2007-02-21 11:34:49 · 9 answers · asked by achshah!!!!! 2 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Desktops
by "regular" pc, I meant the current pc that is common today. I have NO interest in vista (windows sucks!), I was asking because I got some softare in, and some of it says it's for PC, and some of it says it's for 64-bit PC. But thanks for all of your answers, very informative.
2007-02-21 11:55:03 · update #1
Hello,
This is easier than you think!
A 64 bit(x64) pc has a 64 bit processor. A 32 bit(x86) pc has a 32 bit processor. It all depends on the architecture. A 64 bit can handle all 64 bit apps and 32 bit apps smoothly, but is required for 64bit apps. Also, a huge advantage of 64 bit computing is the memory. A 64 bit pc can have WAY more memory capacity. I'm talking up to 125 gigs of RAM!!!!!!!!
BTW, YOU DO NOT NEED A 64BIT PROCESSOR TO RUN VISTA!!!! A 32 will do.
2007-02-21 12:20:16 · answer #1 · answered by Connor S 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What is a regular pc ?? In the beginning, there were 8-bit processors such as in the Commodore 64 model. Then along came the TI-660 with the first 16-bit processor, which debuted way ahead of its time. The TI-660 died because its architecture was protected by Texas Instruments and the only software avalable to it was developed by TI. Then, along came the VAX multi-user system sporting a 32-bit processor.
So when you refer to a "regular pc" you need to give it context because the pc has evolved over the years.
What you refer to is the processor capability and how much information it can process in one cycle. Obviously, 64-bit has greater capacity than 32-bit, and assuming the supporting motherboard architecture can support that much throughput, you'd have a more powerful computer.
You would not get much benefit putting a 64-bit chip into a 32-bit machine because the supporting architecture is not there, so to get full benefit, you need to buy a 64-bit computer that is built on a motherboard that is capable of supporting it.
2007-02-21 11:44:47 · answer #2 · answered by snvffy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi. A 64 bit processor uses twice as much processor power as a 32 bit. You would need a new motherboard and CPU to utilize this and at this point in time you may not get enough increased speed to make it worthwhile. If you are getting a new PC anyway, go with the 64 for future gains.
2007-02-21 11:41:15 · answer #3 · answered by Cirric 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some may question what you mean by a "regular PC" and "64-bit PC"; but, for sake of argument, a "regular PC" has a 32-bit processors while a "64-bit PC" has a 64-bit processor.
2007-02-21 11:54:42 · answer #4 · answered by lilcurious 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A similar question in a different forum resulted in this excellent answer:
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=1005122100274
While 64-bit hardware has inherent advantages over 32-bit HW, the OS and applications must be written to use those advantages. Newer processors from AMD and Intel have 64-bit capability built-in.
2007-02-21 12:07:26 · answer #5 · answered by David C 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My understanding is this. Think of a 64 bit system as a highway that can handle 64 lanes of traffic.
2007-02-21 11:40:18 · answer #6 · answered by bullwinkle 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i beleive its the processor... a 64 bit processor compared to a 32... your asking because of Vista which requires a 64 bit processor so it can run properly
2007-02-21 11:38:25 · answer #7 · answered by matarazzodan 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
a regular pc is 32 bit
2007-02-21 11:37:34 · answer #8 · answered by bsmith13421 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
32 bits
2007-02-21 11:38:17 · answer #9 · answered by Theworldismaddening 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋