Windows XP PRO (32bit &/OR/vs. 64bit)

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moee79

Discussion Starter · Dec 9, 2006

Hey.

I'm planning to dual boot my new rig. I want to install
Windows XP PRO 32-Bit
Windows XP PRO 64-Bit
each on a 50GB partition, on the 320GB SATA HDD.

If I use other partitions for data files, will there be any problems?

I'm also planning to do some benchmarking for the two OSs (Personal Project). I'm trying to see which is a wiser choice for college students (somewhat targeting the Computer Science area). And ideas or comments?

Benchmarking Areas:
- Running compilers
- Multitasking
- Data Read/Write
- Gaming/3D
- Other interesting Ideas?
- And ideas on IPv6?

All ideas / comments (positive or negative) are welcome

If I don't see ANY significant difference in ANY of the areas, I'm gonna be disappointed.

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ENTERPRISE

· #2 · Dec 9, 2006

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If I use other partitions for data files, will there be any problems

No theres no problem with that.

Well Windows XP 64 iS INDENTICAL to 32Bit apart from the 64Bit coding.

Windows XP 64'S only realy advantage is its improvement in memory adressing ...Thus faster in general. However Driver and sfotware support for this OS IS POOR at best im afraid...Most drivers are still in Beta stages. Also you will get an FPS decrease in games...This has happend across the board.

Benchmarks apart from Memory adressing will generally show a slight decrease.

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moee79

Discussion Starter · #3 · Dec 9, 2006

Cool thanks. Is there a specific way to test the difference in memory addressing, other than just timing different applications?

I think I'll do some research on it now.

Anyone have ideas for benchmarking ideas or tips?

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FearSC549

· #4 · Dec 9, 2006

PCmark?

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g8m3rtag

· #5 · Dec 9, 2006

how long it takes to boot?

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ENTERPRISE

· #6 · Dec 9, 2006

Well if thats a Question most likely half the time of 32 due to the Extended adressing.

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moee79

Discussion Starter · #7 · Dec 9, 2006

FearSC549:
Thanks I'll see if the PCMark's basic edition has the features that I need enabled. I'm a newbie at these things. he he
g8m3rtag:
Yes the booting sequence is different and known to be very fast on the x64.
Enterprise:
Yes that'll be interesting to see. Will they actually be twice as fast? I doubt it.

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ENTERPRISE

· #8 · Dec 10, 2006

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Originally Posted by moee79

Well Perhaps not twice as fast but faster for sure.

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Murlocke

· #9 · Dec 10, 2006

My 3dmark06 score went from 12100 to 12212.

Not much of a diff.

However, in 64-bit farcry, HL2, etc. Theres a good frame difference, atleast for me.

If your looking for a big difference, just stay 32bit.

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moee79

Discussion Starter · #10 · Dec 10, 2006

Thanks Murlocke.
But I am not making a choice for myself. I'm actually doing a small project on it.

I think I've heard of a 64 bit counter strike.. and was planning to see if there are any improvements there. That's the only game I play lol. If I had time, I'd try out the Farcry and HL2. I'd love to see some numbers on them, as well as a snapshot that I could include in my project. HA HA That's if you have the time. I will definitely appreciate any kind of help! And I'll have to put your name on my project.

Dang... Just saw your system profile.. that is sick! Actually, I like the monitor the most. I'm working on a 15'' Samsung LCD right now T_T

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moee79

Discussion Starter · #11 · Dec 11, 2006

Well here are some results!

Who would've expected to receive their order on a Sunday? well anyways I tried out my noob skiils, and my temps are rather higher than I'd like. It is
idle: 45~50
load: 54~61
The core 1 is sometimes higher than 2 (at most 4). I have vcore at 1.184 and very unstable. I'd like to stay at 3.0~3.2 with stable temp maxing at 55. Right now, I have 2800 = 7*400MHz and 1:1 RAM ratio and 5/6/6/17...

I think I'll try the AS5 again for the HS tomorrow. OH !! Yeah my cpu fan is running under 1000 rpm! I have no clue why. And my motherboard has a system fan slot but my casefan's face doesn't match it. I need help getting it stabilized at 3.2. And I need sleep.

Before I pass out, here are some pics.

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v!p3r^

· #12 · Dec 11, 2006

their really isnt any point installing 2 os on different hardrives.. i would stick to 32 bit as most programs are only 32 bit.. but if u wanna burn dvd's , edit ur vid sync on movies and stuff i'd go 64 bit, but personally i'd stick with 32

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Crazy9000

· #13 · Dec 11, 2006

I've switched to 64-bit only and dumped my old xp pro, and i havent had any problems in months with it, so I would have to disagree with everyone saying the drivers are horrible as that has changed.

If you want to test games, I would strongly suggest FarCry, as that had good benchmark utilitys in it as i remember and i noticed a large differance between the 32 and 64 bit versions. Also you can download it for $10 I believe these days, or find it in bargin bins for less.

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moee79

Discussion Starter · #14 · Dec 11, 2006

Cool. What about the cpu fan's low rpm? Isn't the cpu fan supposed to go above 1000 and 2000 when the temps go up? Mine doesn't for some reason. I need help.

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