WindowsPerf is (Linux perf inspired) Windows on Arm performance profiling tool
Publisher’s description
What is WindowsPerf?
WindowsPerf by Arm is open-source Windows software.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides MSI installers for ARM64 Windows. The main installer is 4.4 MB. Installation asks for administrator rights. A silent install is possible with the installer’s documented switches. An MSI package is available for deployment with Group Policy, Intune or Configuration Manager.
Updates and version history
The current version is 5.5.0, released on October 20, 2025. The version history goes back to February 28, 2025: 10 releases, all linked to the official files. The last update is more than a year old.
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- Native ARM64 build for Windows on Arm
- MSI package for managed deployment
- Documented silent install
- Small download (4.4 MB)
Cons
- Installation needs administrator rights
- No update for more than a year
In short: WindowsPerf is an open-source Windows tool for ARM64 PCs. Updates have slowed down. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is WindowsPerf safe to download?
- The file is served by developer.arm.com, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
C3B0FCB9CA859C5C8531989F2FF05BE64FD8B6699D75309169191189D1D33DFF· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link answered when we last checked it (October 22, 2026)
- The source code is public
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 10 versions ›Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id Arm.WindowsPerf -emsiexec /i windowsperf-5.5.0.msi /qn /norestartmsiexec /x {1ACE4754-BF60-454A-9E6D-861DE875AE83} /qn /norestartRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
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Frequently asked questions
Is WindowsPerf free?
Yes. WindowsPerf is open-source software under the BSD-3 licence.
Is WindowsPerf safe to download?
The download comes from developer.arm.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 WindowsPerf 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 WindowsPerf be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer, including msiexec for the MSI package.
Does WindowsPerf run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
Yes, there is a native ARM64 installer.
Where can I download an older version of WindowsPerf?
The versions page lists all 10 versions with links to their official installer files, back to February 28, 2025.