AMD leaves Linux FPGA users in the lurch with controversial Vivado licensing update — new tier model restricts future free versions to Windows
AMD has updated the licensing for its Vivado chip design environment, restricting future free versions to Windows users only. This change has sparked outrage among Linux users, who now face the choice of paying for a subscription or using an unsupported older version. The company has acknowledged the feedback and is considering it for future policy adjustments.
- ▪AMD's Vivado licensing update has been criticized for limiting free access to Windows users only.
- ▪Linux users must now pay between $1,200 and $1,800 annually to use the software natively.
- ▪Many users are contemplating switching to alternative platforms due to the new restrictions.
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Software Operating Systems Linux AMD leaves Linux FPGA users in the lurch with controversial Vivado licensing update — new tier model restricts future free versions to Windows News By Zak Killian published 26 May 2026 Users are not happy When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: AMD, Larry Ewing) Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter AMD has been accused of 'bait-and-switch' tactics following changes to the licensing of Vivado on Linux.
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