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    windows X86 and gaming

    Discussion in 'Gaming (Software and Graphics Cards)' started by tangent, Apr 9, 2007.

  1. tangent

    tangent Notebook Evangelist

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    There is a great deal on a gaming comp, but it has windows XP X86 PRO and i was wondering how good it is for gaming. will games run faster? i know some games aren't stable in 64 bit mode, can i choose between 64 bit when i want, or will i have a choice when i install, or will it be 64 bit weather i like it or not?
    Thanks
     
    tangent, Apr 9, 2007
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  2. usapatriot

    usapatriot Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    It will be 64-bit all the time.

    There are some compatibility issues, driver issues, etc...so currently I would not recommend a 64-bit OS yet.

    If anything get Vista 64-bit which is a bit better than XP 64-bit.
     
    usapatriot, Apr 9, 2007
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  3. FREN

    FREN Hi, I'm a PC. NBR Reviewer

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    Isn't X86 a 32-bit OS ... I assume that's what you mean.

    In any case, a lot of games aren't compatible with 64-bit technology. You're better off sticking with 32 bit if you want to game, because drivers for 64 bit aren't very ... widespread.
     
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  4. Charles P. Jefferies

    Charles P. Jefferies Lead Moderator Super Moderator

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    As posted, are you sure you're running a 64-bit OS? The 64-bit version of XP is called XP Professional x64.
     
    Charles P. Jefferies, Apr 9, 2007
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