Windows 7 vs windows 8.1

punchball

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Hey guys! I am currently looking at building a new computer and want to know which one would be better to get! Windows 7 professional or windows 8. their is about a 50$ difference so your help would be great! I am planning on gaming with some web browsing, I also know both of them really well! However, I do know that without a touchscreen windows 8 isn't overlay enjoyable compared to the windows 7 that is designed for mouse. Thanks for any help!

Windows 7 professional:
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/microsoft-os-fqc04649

Windows 8.1
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/microsoft-os-wn700615
 
Solution
For a gaming PC, you really don't need Win 7 Pro.
Win 7 Home Premium will work just as well. Same price as Win 8.1.

And don't worry about the Win 8.1 'touch screen' concept. It works just as well with just a mouse.