Which is Better? by ParthDarthVader July 20, 2014 at 3:07 PM UTC
So recently I started to build my own PC, and I'm currently at the stage where I have to install the Operating System. I'm wondering which version of Windows is better for gaming: 7 or 8.I searched all over the internet to see which one is better, but all I got was mixed reviews. So please, you people that have built many many PC's out there, tell me which is better.
When you do tell me which one is better, please tell me what version of those two is best for gaming.
ex. Windows 7 Home Premium
or
Windows 8.1
Something like that
Joao_Victor July 20, 2014 at 3:07 PM UTC
I prefer Windows 7, but Windows 8 works just as well.Hola July 20, 2014 at 3:07 PM UTC
Windows 7 is better and more simple, 8 works fine but takes a long time to get used to.Phobiaxx July 20, 2014 at 3:07 PM UTC
i suggest windows 7 ;pParthDarthVader July 20, 2014 at 3:07 PM UTC
I know how to use Windows 8. I'm just wondering which one's better.1Theodore1 July 20, 2014 at 3:07 PM UTC
Haven't used 8 yet, so I guess I'll vote for 7 :Pawesome_apricot July 20, 2014 at 3:07 PM UTC
Windows 8! Gets so much hate, only because it's different. I have to say, I hate the "Apps" on it - it's not a smartphone for pete's sake... Other than that, just use the facebook web browser or download the original skype, and you're set! :DParthDarthVader July 20, 2014 at 3:07 PM UTC
Windows 8! Gets so much hate, only because it's different. I have to say, I hate the "Apps" on it - it's not a smartphone for pete's sake... Other than that, just use the facebook web browser or download the original skype, and you're set! :D
awesome_apricot July 20, 2014 at 3:07 PM UTC
I'm using Windows 8 right now so I know most of this....but thanks!
cinammoncroc000 July 20, 2014 at 3:07 PM UTC
I'm currently a Mac user but I've had quite a bit of experience with both OS before. I'd choose Windows 8 simply because I like its design and flow better; you can multitask while you game (like watching a video or playing music) but other than that, no huge difference. Go with what you feel best.ParthDarthVader July 20, 2014 at 3:07 PM UTC
I think I might go with Windows 8 because my mom just mentioned that Windows 8 isnt compatible with her work so I dont want her to be hogging it all day longsteven5703 July 20, 2014 at 3:07 PM UTC
Windows 8! Gets so much hate, only because it's different. I have to say, I hate the "Apps" on it - it's not a smartphone for pete's sake... Other than that, just use the facebook web browser or download the original skype, and you're set! :D
(really it's just a color change and less clear)
ParthDarthVader July 20, 2014 at 3:07 PM UTC
I don't like the charmbar and the apps and the new home screen. But what I really do like is how clean and neat the windows and the toolbar looks!
(really it's just a color change and less clear)
steven5703 July 20, 2014 at 4:07 PM UTC
wait how did you make that start button do that? I wanna know. Or do I need to update to 8.2 :P
ParthDarthVader July 20, 2014 at 4:07 PM UTC
It's not mine, I got the pic from a website XD
Ingigo July 20, 2014 at 4:07 PM UTC
Windows 8! Why? Idk! xDJOHN_CENAAAAAAAA July 20, 2014 at 7:07 PM UTC
I have Windows 8.1 on my Laptop, and 7 on my desktop. They are both fantastic, but for gaming, I would recommend Windows 7, due to the fact that just a few more things are compatible for 7, gaming-wise. However, Windows 8/8.1 works fine as well.Netuxx July 20, 2014 at 8:07 PM UTC
I used to test Windows 8 when it comes out. I don't recommend it.Windows 7 is my vote :T
ParthDarthVader July 20, 2014 at 8:07 PM UTC
It's not mine, I got the pic from a website XD
Lawl July 20, 2014 at 8:07 PM UTC
I vote for windows 8.It gets a lot of hate because it's got a new layout, but once you're at your desktop, it isn't really too much different to windows 7.
It may take a bit time of getting used to, but IMO once you do it's way better.