This version requires the Visual C++ 2015-2022 Redistributable. Download the latest "VC_redist.x64.exe" from Microsoft. Newer OSes have this; fresh Windows 7 installs do not.
Dolphin runs as a portable application on Windows, meaning it does not need a formal installer. Information on 5.0-19227 - Dolphin Emulator Dolphin Emulator 5.0-19227 Older Versions for W...
If a recent update introduced "stuttering" or shader compilation issues on your specific rig, rolling back to 19227 can restore a smooth 60 FPS experience. Dolphin Emulator 5.0-19227 Older Versions for W...