Vista Ultimate 32-bit or 64-bit?

Vigor · 04-19-2007, 04:13 AM

Which one should I choose? I don't really know which one I should choose.

holdenssx · 04-19-2007, 04:23 AM

well is the the computer that you are going to put vista on in your sig or is it a new build?

PC eye · 04-19-2007, 04:49 AM

The best question here would be for a primary or secondary OS? Due to the software and game being saturated with 32bit applications and games you may want to consider staying 32bit if you are a regular gamer to avoid certain incompatibilty problems. On the other hand the difference and stabilty may prove better with a 64bit version just like 32bit prevailed over the old 16bit formulas seen with Windows 3.0, 3.1, 3.11, and 95 prior to the OSR2 release.

While the 64bit version has a degree of 32bit compatibility like XP has with older 16bit programs it's like comparing XP to Linux at this time in some ways. It will still take several years before 64bit will ever become the actual standard with a volume of games and apps available.

Vigor · 04-19-2007, 05:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PC eye

The best question here would be for a primary or secondary OS? Due to the software and game being saturated with 32bit applications and games you may want to consider staying 32bit if you are a regular gamer to avoid certain incompatibilty problems. On the other hand the difference and stabilty may prove better with a 64bit version just like 32bit prevailed over the old 16bit formulas seen with Windows 3.0, 3.1, 3.11, and 95 prior to the OSR2 release.

While the 64bit version has a degree of 32bit compatibility like XP has with older 16bit programs it's like comparing XP to Linux at this time in some ways. It will still take several years before 64bit will ever become the actual standard with a volume of games and apps available.

Thanks, I guess 32-bit fits me, if it has less issues and problems such.

jutnm · 04-19-2007, 06:02 AM

i heard 32 bit is easier bc it has more drivers.

PC eye · 04-19-2007, 08:20 AM

The idea of 64bit is obviously a more stable OS there. In fact Linux also has one or more 64bit type distros. But where are the applications and games for 64bit versions?

Even after the last few years with the 64bit version of XP Pro drivers for these versions are now becoming more available for hardwares and apps while softwares? For a second OS not primary at this time I may replace the surrent XP Pro installation with?

That's the XP backup drive there. The second sata may see Mandriva dual boot with Solaris 10? You never know here!

[-0MEGA-] · 04-19-2007, 01:07 PM

I would strongly recommend going with a 64-bit OS if you have a 64-bit processor, since it will be alot more "future proof".

zaroba · 04-19-2007, 03:35 PM

yea, future proof is the main thing to look at. i doubt cpu developers will put out any more 32bit CPUs, any new motherboards will probably support 64bit systems, i woulden't be suprised if soon companies start releasing only 64bit programs aswell due to the fact that 32bit hardware is now becoming obselete.

as for compatibility, i haven't yet had any problems running 32bit programs on 64bit systems. was using 64bit xp since i built this pc back in september and am now using 64bit vista.

looking at the other end of it...
the pc in your sig will run just as well with a 32bit os as it will with a 64bit os and there aren't many programs designed for 64bit systems *yet*. if your already running 32bit vista, there isen't really any need to upgrade to 64 bit yet unless you want to have more then 4gb of ram.

but, if your going to build a new pc, it'd probably be better to just put 64bit on it right away to save yourself the trouble in the future.

PC eye · 04-19-2007, 10:33 PM

The amount of memory 4gb plus is stretching that a little. The 64bit version doesn't require anymore memory then the 32bit. 98 a newer 32bit version then the 16bit 95 didn't require more but simply supported more memory. And 98 was an upgrade not just another format there. Vista won't run more then 4gb like XP. The main difference is the higher level of stability while not being any faster.

StrangleHold · 04-19-2007, 11:52 PM

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Originally Posted by PC eye

Vista won't run more then 4gb like XP. The main difference is the higher level of stability while not being any faster.

Vista Basic 64 will run up to 8gb, Premium 64 will run up to 16gb and Ultimate-Enterprise 64 will run up to 128gb. All 32bit Vistas are the same as XP.

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PC eye Diamond Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Inside a pc Posts: 19,005	The best question here would be for a primary or secondary OS? Due to the software and game being saturated with 32bit applications and games you may want to consider staying 32bit if you are a regular gamer to avoid certain incompatibilty problems. On the other hand the difference and stabilty may prove better with a 64bit version just like 32bit prevailed over the old 16bit formulas seen with Windows 3.0, 3.1, 3.11, and 95 prior to the OSR2 release. While the 64bit version has a degree of 32bit compatibility like XP has with older 16bit programs it's like comparing XP to Linux at this time in some ways. It will still take several years before 64bit will ever become the actual standard with a volume of games and apps available. __________________ Youtube falls short of Google's expectations http://abcnews.go.com/Technology/Ahe...ory?id=5336532 Congress studies how people track your online use http://abcnews.go.com/Technology/Ahe...ory?id=5337932

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04-19-2007, 08:20 AM	#6 (permalink)
PC eye Diamond Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Inside a pc Posts: 19,005	The idea of 64bit is obviously a more stable OS there. In fact Linux also has one or more 64bit type distros. But where are the applications and games for 64bit versions? Even after the last few years with the 64bit version of XP Pro drivers for these versions are now becoming more available for hardwares and apps while softwares? For a second OS not primary at this time I may replace the surrent XP Pro installation with? That's the XP backup drive there. The second sata may see Mandriva dual boot with Solaris 10? You never know here! __________________ Youtube falls short of Google's expectations http://abcnews.go.com/Technology/Ahe...ory?id=5336532 Congress studies how people track your online use http://abcnews.go.com/Technology/Ahe...ory?id=5337932

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04-19-2007, 04:23 AM	#2 (permalink)
holdenssx Platinum Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Wheaton, IL Posts: 587	well is the the computer that you are going to put vista on in your sig or is it a new build?

04-19-2007, 03:35 PM	#8 (permalink)
zaroba Platinum Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Hereford PA Age: 27 Posts: 602	yea, future proof is the main thing to look at. i doubt cpu developers will put out any more 32bit CPUs, any new motherboards will probably support 64bit systems, i woulden't be suprised if soon companies start releasing only 64bit programs aswell due to the fact that 32bit hardware is now becoming obselete. as for compatibility, i haven't yet had any problems running 32bit programs on 64bit systems. was using 64bit xp since i built this pc back in september and am now using 64bit vista. looking at the other end of it... the pc in your sig will run just as well with a 32bit os as it will with a 64bit os and there aren't many programs designed for 64bit systems yet. if your already running 32bit vista, there isen't really any need to upgrade to 64 bit yet unless you want to have more then 4gb of ram. but, if your going to build a new pc, it'd probably be better to just put 64bit on it right away to save yourself the trouble in the future. __________________ The Universal - the internet's most unique and enjoyable game. Mobo: Asus P5N32-E \| CPU: Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 @2.4GHz \| PSU: Coolmax 650watt Case: Lian-Li PC-V2100plusII \| OS: XP Professional - 64bit \| Monitors: Dual 19" Hanns-G 2ms LCDs HDs: 3x320gb, 3x500gb, 2x750GB \| Disc Drives: 16x DL dvd +/- rw Ram: 6 gb ddr2 \| GPU: 640MB GeForce 8800GTS Last edited by zaroba; 04-19-2007 at 03:37 PM.

04-19-2007, 10:33 PM	#9 (permalink)
PC eye Diamond Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Inside a pc Posts: 19,005	The amount of memory 4gb plus is stretching that a little. The 64bit version doesn't require anymore memory then the 32bit. 98 a newer 32bit version then the 16bit 95 didn't require more but simply supported more memory. And 98 was an upgrade not just another format there. Vista won't run more then 4gb like XP. The main difference is the higher level of stability while not being any faster. __________________ Youtube falls short of Google's expectations http://abcnews.go.com/Technology/Ahe...ory?id=5336532 Congress studies how people track your online use http://abcnews.go.com/Technology/Ahe...ory?id=5337932

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