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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. What are the chances by Xarius · · Score: 0, Troll

    That this review is unbiased?

    Not very high, I'd wager.

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  2. Obligatory Cheap Shot by Traegorn · · Score: 0, Troll

    Issues like these aside, running 64-bit Windows seems very much like running 32-bit Windows. System stability was excellent on our test bed, and we ran a variety of applications with no crashes.

    Waitaminute... Running Windows without crashes? Isn't that a contradiction in terms?

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  3. Re:performance difference by AccUser · · Score: 0, Troll

    With all due respect, my desktop has been 64-bit for some time now, and dual core at that. Check out Apple PowerMac G5 and make sure that you are ready for the power.

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