Issues with Civ5 on Windows 11 and general Windows 11 problems you might face.
Issues with Civ5 on Windows 11 and general Windows 11 problems you might face.
I changed my HP x360 envy (R7 4700u with 16 GB RAM) to Windows 11 and have been disappointed ever since. Here are some of the issues I’ve faced: - Bluetooth stopped working for a while until the driver finally updated for Windows 11 - Wi-Fi has been really unreliable, sometimes showing "connected, no internet" even when my phone works fine on mobile data - Windows Hello just fails occasionally, especially in big organization networks - The startup screen sometimes doesn’t load properly; after launching, it just stays blank and task manager doesn’t show anything running - Tablet mode detection can appear when using laptop mode - The latest version crashed frequently after a few dozen uses, requiring a full reboot more than once. Previously, I had about 30 hours of Civ5 on this laptop in Windows 11 without any issues. Heavier games like Hoi4 still run smoothly (though performance drops after 1942), which points to the laptop itself rather than Windows 10. I’m wondering how others are doing with Windows 11 and whether it’s worth pushing for a patch or returning to Windows 10.
In my view, Windows 11's main advantage lies in its improved user interface, featuring some specialized functions like auto HDR and optimization for Intel 12th generation chips. The rest resembles Windows 10 but with reduced compatibility for older systems. For me, Windows 11 was appealing mainly for its visuals and the stable performance on my newly installed desktop. But with my new laptop, the experience is less smooth. I frequently encounter situations where Wi-Fi appears connected but no internet access is available. It’s really annoying having to repeatedly interact with the Wi-Fi settings before being able to browse online. In contrast, my desktop connects to Wi-Fi effortlessly. This suggests a possible incompatibility issue on Windows 11 related to different network adapters. Additionally, I noticed my laptop's SSD powers up 2700 times in just 36 hours of use. That’s impressive, but it highlights the strain on hardware. Overall, Microsoft seems to deliver strong products, yet users often face frustrating limitations when trying to get the most out of them. It would be better if Macs or Linux offered more reliable solutions. What do you think?