Vista 32 bit vs. Vista 64 bit - Benchmarked

Don't expect twice the performance and you won't be disappointed.
It does make a difference and in some cases like video editing it really speeds up editing.
I think maybe in Time when programs start writing 64bit code things will get even better.
As for working with 32bit software I haven't had any problems with compatibility so don't let that sway you.
You'll find more problems trying to run 64bit on a 32bit system, well, you can't run it...
That's one great advantage to using a 64bit O/S because it's backwards compatible thanks to the 32bit data contained within the software.

Thanks for the insight, KyRanger!

Dumb question. I'm new to Vista and I'm not sure if my version is 32bit or 64 bit. How do I find out?

Hi WWDove,

Welcome to Vista Forums.

Not a dumb question.

1. Open the Start menu.
2. Right click on Computer button and click Properties.
3. Under the System section, you will see which version you have next to System type.

Shawn

you called always change computer description to say x64 based computer to remind u & rub other ppls noses in it that u can run it & they cant :-) i know im never going back especially now that i have 8gb ram!

A shortcut to getting to System Properties is to hold down the Windows Key on your keyboard (usually denoted by the Windows symbol, the quad colored wavy flag, but may also be denoted by the word 'Start') and then pressing the Pause key (Usually located above Page Up).