Stable 64-bit version of Chrome comes to Windows offering fast, secure browsing

2 min. read

Published onAugust 26, 2014

published onAugust 26, 2014

Share this article

Read our disclosure page to find out how can you help Windows Report sustain the editorial teamRead more

In recent years there has been an increase in the number of 64-bit software titles that are available, but there have been a few notable exceptions. One late-comer to the 64-bit party is Chrome, but the wait is now over. Having launched 64-bit versions of its browser in the developer and experimental Canary channels, and official, stable release is now coming to Windows.

As with other 64-bit titles, the advantages of this particular version of Chrome are increased stability, better performance, and enhanced security. Google’s own tests show that the 32-bit version of Chrome renders web content at around half the speed of the 64-bit version — which should translate into a very noticeable improvement in use. There are improvements when decoding YouTube videos.

The new release is not entirely without problems. There is no 32-bit NPAPI plugin support, and some users have complained about fuzzy fonts — a Chrome issue found on high DPI devices that had been fixed recently. The 32-bit version of Chrome remains available, and there are no plans to stop supporting it any time soon.

If you’re interested in checking it out, you’ll need to manually download the installer as there is no upgrade path from the 32-bit version. Hit the link below to grab it!

Radu Tyrsina

Radu Tyrsina has been a Windows fan ever since he got his first PC, a Pentium III (a monster at that time).

For most of the kids of his age, the Internet was an amazing way to play and communicate with others, but he was deeply impressed by the flow of information and how easily you can find anything on the web.

Prior to founding Windows Report, this particular curiosity about digital content enabled him to grow a number of sites that helped hundreds of millions reach faster the answer they’re looking for.

User forum

0 messages

Sort by:LatestOldestMost Votes

Comment*

Name*

Email*

Commenting as.Not you?

Save information for future comments

Comment

Radu Tyrsina

With KB5043178 to Release Preview Channel, Microsoft advises Windows 11 users to plug in when the battery is low#

Copilot in Outlook will generate personalized themes for you to customize the app#

Microsoft will raise the price of its 365 Suite to include AI capabilities#

Death Stranding Director’s Cut is now Xbox X|S at a huge discount#

Outlook will let users create custom account icons so they can tell their accounts apart easier#

Stable 64-bit version of Chrome comes to Windows offering fast, secure browsing#

With KB5043178 to Release Preview Channel, Microsoft advises Windows 11 users to plug in when the battery is low

Copilot in Outlook will generate personalized themes for you to customize the app

Microsoft will raise the price of its 365 Suite to include AI capabilities

Death Stranding Director’s Cut is now Xbox X|S at a huge discount

Outlook will let users create custom account icons so they can tell their accounts apart easier

Stable 64-bit version of Chrome comes to Windows offering fast, secure browsing