Changing to AMD and reinstalling Windows?
Changing to AMD and reinstalling Windows?
Follow recommended guidelines, particularly when you lack confidence in what to eliminate for a seamless shift ahead. Record items such as CSM, especially if active on the previous board, as it will be required on the new system to start the drive.
I made some significant hardware modifications to one installation along with a W10 to W11 upgrade. After reinstalling everything, I didn’t notice any improvements in either synthetic or real performance. I was hoping for a slight boost, but it stayed close to the expected range. The OS transitioned from a 4790k to a 3950x, saw CPU drop to a 5800x3D, added three RAM kits, three different motherboards, and all three GPU driver manufacturers without using DDU once (except for Intel). Plus, the W10 to W11 upgrade was included somewhere in the middle. I think that’s about it—remembering everything. If you do encounter problems, try an 'in-place upgrade' of the same Windows version. It essentially rebuilds the system from the ground up without needing a full reinstall, preserving your files and programs. I’ve done this many times, even across various Windows Server versions.