w7 32bit os

[phildo]

I have a A10 6800k cpu with a msi a55m-e35 mb can I use w7 32 bit os or use w7 64 bit os should I use home or pro also best memory any ideas

 

[kanewolf]

I would not recommend using the 32 bit version. Memory is SO cheap that even if you start with 4GB (almost nobody does) you will want 8 or 16GB but won't be able to without the 64bit OS. Windows 7 Home Premium can go to 16GB RAM. That is my recommendation -- See Wikipedia for comparisons.

 

[geofelt]

Windows 7 home is perfectly good for most home users.
There are few features that a home user might need.

If you have 4gb of ram, the 32 bit version is probably better since the os takes a bit less space.
But, with ram so cheap, 8gb and the 664 bit version is much better.

As to ram, your cpu is sensitive to supported ram. Go to a ram web site and enter your motherboard. You will get a list of supported ram kits.
All the major vendors are good.
Do not pay extra for fancy heat spreaders, they are useless and can impact some cpu coolers.

 

[phildo]

I would not recommend using the 32 bit version. Memory is SO cheap that even if you start with 4GB (almost nobody does) you will want 8 or 16GB but won't be able to without the 64bit OS. Windows 7 Home Premium can go to 16GB RAM. That is my recommendation -- See Wikipedia for comparisons.

 

[phildo]

Thank You for your help