My hardware is optimized for 64bit and I have 4 Gigs of RAM so 64bit all the way, IMO there is no need for 32bit these days, unless your computer doesn't support 64bit.
My Computer
Computer Manufacturer/Model Number
Home Brew
OS
Windows 7 Ultimate Vista Ultimate x64
CPU
Core 2 Duo E8500 3.16Ghz @ 3.8Ghz
Motherboard
eVGA 750i FTW
Memory
2x2Gigs Patriot PC2-6400 LL
Graphics Card(s)
Inno3D GeForce GTX260 216 SP
Monitor(s) Displays
ASUS VW222U 22" 2ms Response time
Screen Resolution
1680x1050
Hard Drives
SATA 150GB
SATA II 250GB
USB IDE 750GB Ext.
PSU
HYTEC 600W & Thermaltake 650W Toughpower Power Exp
1XSamsung DVD burner SH-S223Q/BEBN SATA
1XSamsung DVD burner SH-S223L/BEBN SATA
1XLG GGW-H20L Blu-Ray burner
4XCooler Master 120mm Blue LED SickleFlow 2000 RPM
1XBelkin UPS F6C1500TWRK) backup power supply
On my two main comps I'm getting x64 (even though they only have 2 gigs of RAM, I want to try x64), but my junk comp doesn't have a 64-bit CPU so I have to go x86.
On my two main comps I'm getting x64 (even though they only have 2 gigs of RAM, I want to try x64), but my junk comp doesn't have a 64-bit CPU so I have to go x86.
I'd reconsider... I've noticed that the 64-bit somehow uses 7% more memory than the 32-bit without any app running. I have 3GB memory atm so it's not that bad, but I don't know what will happen when I run all sorts of 64-bit software.
I'd reconsider... I've noticed that the 64-bit somehow uses 7% more memory than the 32-bit without any app running. I have 3GB memory atm so it's not that bad, but I don't know what will happen when I run all sorts of 64-bit software.
I guess some feedback from other users would be good in this case. I don't want to be responsible for preventing you from downloading a potentially great OS
It's just that in my case it used 7% more memory without any apps running. I don't know about others
My Vista (for example) X64 from X32 actually used less memory in my case, and I know that (when I install) Windows 7 X64 it will be a great OS - can't wait!
1XSamsung DVD burner SH-S223Q/BEBN SATA
1XSamsung DVD burner SH-S223L/BEBN SATA
1XLG GGW-H20L Blu-Ray burner
4XCooler Master 120mm Blue LED SickleFlow 2000 RPM
1XBelkin UPS F6C1500TWRK) backup power supply
My laptop only supports upto 2 GB RAM, so x64 makes no sense for me. I would lose some performance for no real gain elsewhere, so x86 for me.
My son has a new Dell Studio 15 with 4 GB RAM and if I can convince him to let me install x64 on his, I might give that a try. Heck, I might sweeten the deal and offer to put 8 GB in the laptop if he lets me put Win 7 on there.
He mainly plays games and does simple word processing and internet searching for schoolwork. He shouldn't have too many problems.
Well I am now using Windows 7 on my main everyday PC, although I do have a backup install of Vista just incase anything goes wrong. At the moment I am still using 32Bit version with no reall problems and happy with the performance. I am reluctant to go 64Bit on this machine as I was keen to get Win7 up and running so installed build 7000 before a 64Bit version available. I now have a lot of software installed and can't be arsed to start all over again. Speed is good and after going back to Vista for a day on here I really notice a big difference and would not go back.
I will be going 64Bit though but just not on this machine. Will be starting with my laptop that has the needed 4Gig of ram onboard.
64Bit will come on this machine probably in a couple of months when 1/ I can be bothered and spend the time to start over and 2/ When I am happy that I know I can do everything I need in 64Bit and as yet that is not the case.
I think I am always going to need multiple opperating systems though as there is always something you need to do in one op that you can't do in another, and I do like to play. lol
My Computer
Computer Manufacturer/Model Number
Home Built / Acer Aspire 7720G Laptop
OS
Windows 7 Build 7600 Laptop and desktop. Also OSX 10.5.7 and 10.6 Snow on Laptop
CPU
AMD Athlon64 Dual core 4200+ / Laptop T5750
Motherboard
Gigabyte / Acer Aspire
Memory
2 x 1Gb = 2 Gb / acer 3GB
Graphics Card(s)
Geforce 8600GT / Geforce 9300M G 256Mb
Sound Card
Terratec DMX 6fire for Music production and X-Fi Xtreme
Monitor(s) Displays
2 x 17" (Dell and Compaq) / 17" WXGA Laptop Screen
Screen Resolution
1280x1024 / 1440x900 (Full HD when conneced to 32" LCD)
Hard Drives
2x Sata 160GB 2x USB 300Gb 1x 160Gb IDE 1x USB 1TB / 250Gb Sata Laptop with Blu-ray drive
PSU
400W + Not 100% sure
Keyboard
Logitech Cordless Keyboard
Mouse
Logitech Mx 700
Internet Speed
20 Meg Down / 1 Meg up Cable
Other Info
Konica Minolta Colour Laser printer, Epson Stylus R360 (Mostly used for printing on CD's/DVD's), Cannon Scanner, Mercury surround system, about 6 external hard drives all 200Gb plus along with the normall home entertainment stuff attached.... DBox 2, XBox 360, etc. etc.
I've tried every version to become "available" so far, both 32-bit and 64-bit. I now have the 64-bit "official" beta installed and it's doing great, no looking back. With 8GB of RAM it's sweet!