64 bit or 32 bit version of Windows 8.1?

[Skreedles]

Should I get the 64 or 32 bit version of windows 8.1?

I'm getting a
fx6300 cpu
and 8gb of ram.

 

[minerva330]

Depends on your build. Your using 8gb of RAM and FX6300 so it would be silly not to get a 64 bit version of Win

 

[minerva330]

Just an FYI: The terms 32-bit and 64-bit refer to the way a CPU, handles information. Also, the 64-bit version of Windows handles large amounts of RAM more effectively than a 32-bit system (A 32bit system cannot manage more than 4GB of Ram).

You can still run a 32bit OS on a 64bit system but why would you want to?

 

[whitecat]

32 bit Windows has a limit of 4GB but this amount is not enough . 8GB is ideal .So, avoid 32 bit Windows , get 64 bit version.

 

[gumbykid]

You should get 64-bit in almost any situation.

32-bit systems have a limit on the amount of RAM you can use (slightly less than 4gb), so it's silly to get it when 64-bit is the same price and is more future proof.

Something to note, if you are legitimately purchasing Windows 8.1 it comes with both 32-bit and 64-bit discs. The only reason you would want a 32-bit system is if you are having compatibility issues.