Performance tuning and debugging for DirectX 12 games on Windows
Publisher’s description
What is Microsoft PIX?
Microsoft PIX is a proprietary program for Windows from Microsoft Corporation.
Installation and requirements
Official installers exist for 64-bit and ARM64 as EXE (WiX Burn). The main installer is 212.7 MB. Installation asks for administrator rights. The installer supports unattended (silent) installation.
Updates and version history
The current version is 2603.25, released on March 25, 2026. 14 versions are listed since April 1, 2024, each with links to its own installer files. That is about 7.1 releases a year.
Popularity and file types
On Windows it registers 2 file types, including .pix3 and .wpix.
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Native ARM64 build for Windows on Arm
- Documented silent install
- Frequent updates (about 7.1 a year)
Cons
- Proprietary licence: check the terms and price
- Installation needs administrator rights
In short: Microsoft PIX is a Windows tool for 64-bit and ARM64 PCs. It is actively maintained. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is Microsoft PIX safe to download?
- The file is served by download.microsoft.com, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
971E4F2F03404521110E159A24E5CE48A219578B364C8229E55228CCAFFEBF73· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link answered when we last checked it (October 22, 2026)
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 14 versions ›14 versions over 2 years · about 7.1 a year
| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2603.25Latest | March 25, 2026 | 212.7 MB | ARM64 EXE (WiX Burn)64-bit EXE (WiX Burn) |
| 2602.25 | February 26, 2026 | — | ARM64 EXE (WiX Burn)64-bit EXE (WiX Burn) |
| 2601.15 | January 20, 2026 | — | ARM64 EXE (WiX Burn)64-bit EXE (WiX Burn) |
| 2509.25 | September 25, 2025 | — | 64-bit EXE (WiX Burn)ARM64 EXE (WiX Burn) |
| 2507.11 | July 11, 2025 | — | ARM64 EXE (WiX Burn)64-bit EXE (WiX Burn) |
| 2505.30 | June 2, 2025 | — | 64-bit EXE (WiX Burn)ARM64 EXE (WiX Burn) |
| 2505.09 | May 16, 2025 | — | ARM64 EXE (WiX Burn)64-bit EXE (WiX Burn) |
| 2503.24 | April 23, 2025 | — | ARM64 EXE (WiX Burn)64-bit EXE (WiX Burn) |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id Microsoft.PIX -ePIX-2603.25-Installer-x64.exe /quiet /norestartmsiexec /x {DFDCA9B6-7A53-4B8D-B63A-CEB3ACBA88D6} /qn /norestartRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- Microsoft Corporation
- Licence
- Proprietary
- Price
- See the publisher’s site
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit, ARM64
- Installer
- EXE (WiX Burn)
- Version
- 2603.25
- Released
- March 25, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- April 1, 2024
- Versions listed
- 14
- Updates / year
- 7.1
- Website
- devblogs.microsoft.com
- winget ID
- Microsoft.PIX
- MSI product code
- {dfdca9b6-7a53-4b8d-b63a-ceb3acba88d6}
File types it opens (2)
Ratings and reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is Microsoft PIX free?
Microsoft PIX is proprietary (closed-source) software (licence: Proprietary). Whether it costs money depends on the edition: check the publisher’s site for prices and free tiers.
Is Microsoft PIX safe to download?
The download comes from download.microsoft.com, which belongs to the publisher; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.
How do I install Microsoft PIX with winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.
Can Microsoft PIX be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Does Microsoft PIX run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
Yes, there is a native ARM64 installer.
Where can I download an older version of Microsoft PIX?
The versions page lists all 14 versions with links to their official installer files, back to April 1, 2024.
