The larger barrier is not the CPU but the OS. A Windows .exe makes thousands of calls like:

The search for a one-click converter will only lead to malware, frustration, or wasted money. The technical gap between Windows PE and iOS Mach-O is not a lock to be picked – it’s a chasm that requires bridges of emulation or rebuilding.

: They don't convert the code but rather try to run the program through an emulation layer (like Wine or UTM), which is often slow and prone to crashing.

However, there are several "exclusive" methods and workarounds to achieve the same goal—running your favorite PC apps on an iOS device. Why Direct Conversion is Impossible

However, the concept lives on in three forms: