I'm running windows 7 32 bit now with a intel Q9650 and it is running great. I had no problems with drivers on this 32 bit install. Would I see a performance increase by going 64 bit, is it worth the trouble too go 64 bit. I use the computer for general home use and some video decodeing. I just not sure if it worth the trouble since I'm running ok now. Would do you think about this?
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The forum thread discusses the potential benefits of upgrading from 32-bit to 64-bit Windows 7 on a system with an Intel Q9650. The original poster is unsure if the upgrade is worth the trouble given current system performance, which is satisfactory. Contributors generally suggest that while 64-bit may offer slight performance improvements and better memory utilization if upgrading RAM, compatibility issues and the current stability of 32-bit make the upgrade less pressing; some recommend waiting until 64-bit software becomes more widespread.
The forum thread discusses the potential benefits of upgrading from 32-bit to 64-bit Windows 7 on a system with an Intel Q9650. The original poster is unsure if the upgrade is worth the trouble given current system performance, which is satisfactory. Contributors generally suggest that while 64-bit may offer slight performance improvements and better memory utilization if upgrading RAM, compatibility issues and the current stability of 32-bit make the upgrade less pressing; some recommend waiting until 64-bit software becomes more widespread.
Bubbalou
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I perceive some increase going from 32bit to 64bit but it is not a vast difference except the CPU is not working as hard and therefore runs cooler even if on Hi Performance it runs cooler than on the 32 bit version of
Windows 7 working on balanced. I like it for what I do. Many but not all things are compatible with the 64 bit version of Windows 7 at this time.
I am looking forward to using everything on 64 bit Windows 7. My system statistics using the Windows experience performance test shows a much higher rating than it did in Vista. My guess is things are tweeked a bit better and drivers are better for Windows 7 64 bit.
Windows 7 working on balanced. I like it for what I do. Many but not all things are compatible with the 64 bit version of Windows 7 at this time.
I am looking forward to using everything on 64 bit Windows 7. My system statistics using the Windows experience performance test shows a much higher rating than it did in Vista. My guess is things are tweeked a bit better and drivers are better for Windows 7 64 bit.
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BigFeet
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If your running good now, and have no plans on upgrading to 4gb of ram, then you probably should stay. The CPU performance may be marginally better, but it does require more ram (1gb for 32 bit, 2gb for 64 bit).
If your planning on upgrading to 4gb or more in the near future, then you'll want to go with 64 bit to utilize all you ram.
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