Wi 11 worth it?
Wi 11 worth it?
I’m thinking about a PC upgrade to a 13th gen Intel processor and a new GPU. I plan to do a clean Windows install as part of the process. I’m curious whether moving up to version 11 is beneficial or if sticking with Windows 10 is better. I’m mainly concerned about potential problems from past Windows updates, especially when it comes to gaming performance.
I've been using Windows 11 for a while now and haven't encountered any problems. The differences between Windows 10 and Windows 11 are minimal, so functionality should transfer easily. Most of the early issues have been resolved, and with the 13th generation and heterogeneous architecture, the improved scheduler is a big plus. In the worst case, you could revert to Windows 11, as the activation keys should work on both versions. The main concerns are related to the user interface—especially the start menu in Windows 11—which I find unappealing. However, with some adjustments, it now feels and looks quite similar to Windows 10, making it hard to tell the difference without knowing it's 11.
To be fair, if I wasn't on 13th gen I wouldn't have made the move. This is only because I wanted to leave the E Cores Enabled and there were a few areas where they were causing issues on 10 but not on 11. I do feel like the UI is overall a downgrade (though the settings and file Explorer apps are admittedly a bit better) and not much else changed feature wise to make it worth the upgrade, it's just that the scheduler is useful enough to make it worth finding workarounds to the IMO bad UI on the chips that benefit from it. If you're not on heterogeneous CPUs (judging by your signature I don't think you are), I don't see a reason to make the switch unless you actually do like the new UI.
The interface also had some drawbacks, yet I was surprised by how much I disliked the Win 10 version since I'd been using a Windows 8.1 machine for years before setting up my first desktop. Adjustments could help it resemble Win 10 better, and there might be performance concerns if changes aren't made.
The main focus is this project: https://github.com/valinet/ExplorerPatcher. It restores the Windows 10 start menu, task bar, and right-click options. It offers a few additional features, but those are the ones I rely on most. Performance-wise, there aren't major problems—just a slight delay when the task bar fully loads after startup.
the recent UI updates aimed at a modern feel are actually problematic, creating a frustrating and cumbersome experience. there remain many unresolved issues, and the persistent "secure boot" TPM concepts seem to behave like a rootkit. it appears microsoft is going against user expectations by eliminating familiar options. this trend contributes to its steady drop in market share, currently around 60%. it’s likely to become obsolete soon due to innovations like windows 8 and 11, while version 12 feels less appealing with its AI features that track your actions.
You can manage this during the setup with Rufus. After installation, you can simply turn it off if needed. It's only useful during the process, not for regular use. It also offers the option to disable rounded corners, which isn't a major concern for me.