64 bit or 32 bit edition

[Darkenraja]

I have just bought an entire new system, mostly high end and is running E6600 and 8800gtx.


Just wondering if I should use the normal 32bit edition of XP, or the 64bit. whats the difference, and is it a good idea for me to use 64bit?

regards,
jt

 

[edklite]

32bit, 64bit does not have enough dirver support and app support for you to enjoy it 😉

 

[Zoron]

If you were going with Vista, I might recommend 64-bit... but for XP, stick with 32-bit.

 

[coronaz]

I used XP 64bit since july 2005.. driver support was initially bad but now its fine, unless you have a lexmark printer.

I found loading times improved, as well as a huge improvement in page file performance. Also 64bit FarCry is amazing.

However if you want a hassle free life.. go with 32bit.

 

[edklite]

you must not do much with your pc 😉

 

[coronaz]

just play games, watch movies, convert movies to dvd and use office apps.. never really needed to do anything else.

 

[edklite]

like I said you dont' do much on your pc 😉

 

[tomwaddle]

From previous posts, people have said they see some improvements as far as performance goes BUT, don't expect the difference to be night and day.