64 bit will be slower than 32 probably and a lot slower than XP in my
experience, SLI doesn't work at all well for me because I can't get all 4
monitor outputs to work in the same setup for both 64 bit and XP... no idea
why but the monitors need to be swapped to get the resolutions available
matching the outputs I'm plugged into
That is likely a driver problem
with 64 I think so should get fixed.
There is an extra layer (Like a second hardware abstraction layer) between
the hardware and video drivers to reduce the risk of a bad driver screwing
up the system if it crashes, and one more layer = slower FPS.
I think the performance is quite disappointing but oh well
Charlie
(Please note this is not meant to be a hi tech definitive article, just an
opinion
"Mark Maylon" <mmaylon@parcelstoo.com> wrote in message
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> Fellow Gamers!!!
>
> Currently running home premium 32 bit. I ordered the 64 bit upgrade disk.
> My question is how is the 64 bit version. I can play most of my games now
> under 32 bit version, cod series, HL2, BF2142, Ect....no problem.I am
> curious if you see and performance increases' or decreases from 32 to 64?
> Technically speaking the 64 bit should outrun the 32 bit. I also ordered
> a second sata drive should I dual boot the 32 and 64 for stability? I
> guess my last concern is SLI in 64 bit.Currently running 2 7900GS 256
> gdr's in SLI mode under vista 32 with the 101.41 beta driver.Can i expect
> to run SLI mode in 64 bit?
> thanks all
>