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Performance of 64-bit vs. 32-bit Windows Dual Core

Posted by ScuttleMonkey on from the more-bits-about-bits dept.

mikemuch writes "ExtremeTech's Loyd Case has done extensive testing on the same dual-core Athlon X2 4800+ system to explore performance differences between Windows XP Professional x64 and good ole Win32. The biggest hurdle is getting the right drivers. There are a few performance surprises, particularly in 3D games."

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  1. It's official, Windows is gay! by CYDVicious · · Score: 0, Redundant

    FTFA: "The key to running 32-bit applications is something Microsoft dubs WOW64; WOW stands for Windows on Windows"...

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    //Nothing to see here, please move along.