32 bit vs 64 bit vista

[Karyn O]

My gf just got a new dell with an intel E4300. It shipped with the 32bit Vista home premium. Would she notice a diference with the 64bit version?

 

[rory w]

For now, keep using the 32-bit version because drivers, software, etc. are far more plentiful for the 32-bit version. It is still a little difficult to find drivers for the 64-bit vista, but the only reason (right now anyway) I would tell you to go ahead and make the switch is if she uses a lot of CAD designing programs that were written to utilize the 64-bit processors.

 

[The Gracehoper]

oh ok. cool thanks.

 

[synfulpinion]

Would there be any other benefit to going w/the 64 bit? Better for playing games or anything?

 

[Derica H]

you need to have 64 bit programs and 64 bit drivers, if those are available, the benefits are good compared to 32 bit

 

[Little Miss Pipedream]

Are there such beasts? I've read that if one does a lot of CAD/CAM not to upgrade to Vista.

 

[MrsB]

yea, technically 64 bit version is better, but how so? will you see a noticable increase in performance or what, or is it not worth the crappy driver support? also, wouldn't it in the long run be better, since eventually better drivers are going to come out and you would have to buy a new version of vista to upgrade?

 

[InvaderZimFanboy]

My only experience is 64 bit linux vs. 32 bit. Driver support kept me on 32, but when I installed the 64 bit, it was clear that it wasy flying compared to 32.