How to choose arm64-v8a, armeabi-v7a, x86_64, or x86 APK
Choose the correct Shadowrocket Android APK architecture for phones, tablets, emulators, and older 32-bit devices.
Key points
Most modern Android phones use arm64-v8a. Older devices may require armeabi-v7a. x86_64 and x86 are mostly for emulators or special hardware.
Default choice
Start with arm64-v8a for most current phones and tablets. It is the most common architecture on modern Android devices.
Older devices
If installation fails on an older phone, try armeabi-v7a only after confirming the device is 32-bit or does not support arm64.
Emulators
Android emulators on desktop systems may use x86_64 or x86. Choose the emulator architecture rather than the host computer architecture.
FAQ
Which APK should most users download?
arm64-v8a.
Can I install the wrong architecture?
Android usually rejects incompatible APKs, but choosing correctly avoids failed installs and confusion.