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Oct 22, 2026•10 min read
Realtek Audio Driver Not Working? How to Fix It
Fix Realtek audio problems in Windows 11, including no sound, a missing device, crackling audio, and problems after a driver update.
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Fix Realtek audio problems in Windows 11, including no sound, a missing device, crackling audio, and problems after a driver update.

Find the correct Realtek audio driver for Windows 11 using Windows Update, Device Manager, or your PC maker's official support page.

Learn what a Realtek audio driver does, how to check whether your PC uses Realtek audio, and when you should update or leave the driver alone.