Windows 7, 8, and 10 run smoothly on the same hardware.
Windows 7, 8, and 10 run smoothly on the same hardware.
I’m setting up a new gaming setup. The specs I’m considering include a Ryzen 7 16G RAM M.2 SSD, a Vega 64 graphics card, and some Linux distribution as my main OS. I’ll likely play LoL occasionally and run other Windows-only games. I’m curious about how different Linux distributions handle this hardware together. Since I’ve run Windows 7 on Ryzen 5 machines before, I’m not concerned about compatibility issues. Given how much I invest in hardware, I wouldn’t want a system that underperforms compared to others.
It's essentially consistent everywhere. Any variation is probably negligible. Based on what I've seen, it tends to stay the same.
Results differ across titles. Many games perform similarly, while certain engines or operating systems offer noticeable speed improvements on one platform over another. For targeted experiences, consider checking OS-specific performance tests for the games you enjoy. Beyond speed, Windows 7 provides a more polished gaming environment without extra configuration. However, UWP applications aren’t supported on Windows 7. So, are you interested in playing UWP titles?
I haven't tested Windows 8 (1.0) personally, so I can't confirm its performance relative to other versions. From what I understand, it doesn't seem to offer noticeable speed improvements over Windows 10 in read/write tests. The comparison might focus on peak rates rather than average performance. It's possible using an older version like Windows 7 could provide a fairer test, while a fresh Windows 8 installation would be ideal for accurate results.
It varies depending on the situation. In DX12 titles where FPS differences are clear, you'll likely see higher performance on Windows 10 compared to Windows 7 because the latter lacks DX12 support. Additionally, older hardware might run slower on Windows 10 due to increased I/O demands and background processes.