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    Vista = more heat/fan noise?

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by IwantAquietLaptop, Sep 13, 2007.

  1. IwantAquietLaptop

    IwantAquietLaptop Notebook Enthusiast

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    does vista mean more heat and fan noise? if so, i will get XP
     
    IwantAquietLaptop, Sep 13, 2007
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  2. Waveblade

    Waveblade Notebook Deity

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    Haven't heard of such a thing. Aero glass doesn't affect processing power, at least not noticeably, only RAM.
     
    Waveblade, Sep 13, 2007
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  3. Pitabred

    Pitabred Linux geek con rat flail!

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    It doesn't affect processing power, but Aero does enable the 3D mode of the graphics chip, which will use more power. You may get more heat and more fan usage if you enable Aero and use Vista.
     
    Pitabred, Sep 13, 2007
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  4. kowell

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    If you have a good fan and keep it dust-free then noise shouldn't be problem. you have much more chances of getting more noise due to dust or bad fan berrings than vista itself.
     
    kowell, Sep 13, 2007
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    hehe299792458 Notebook Deity

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    I noticed that my CPU is 4 degrees higher while idling on Vista than on XP. When doing intensive multitasking, it's easily 7+ degrees higher
     
    hehe299792458, Sep 13, 2007
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    qhn Notebook User

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    dual boot xp/vista
    vista (ultimate) is running cooler and quieter than xp
    specs in sig

    cheers ...
     
    qhn, Sep 13, 2007
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    xvvvz Notebook Evangelist

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    Vista's persistant indexing and lots of background services does equal higher temps. Especially with the hard drive since it does so much indexing.
     
    xvvvz, Sep 13, 2007
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  8. SGT Lindy

    SGT Lindy Notebook Consultant

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    Run Dream Scene or what ever its called. Your PC will run hotter, and the battery will suck down like a big gulp on a very hot day.
     
    SGT Lindy, Sep 13, 2007
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