Is Windows 7 really faster than Windows XP?

Discussion in 'other software & services' started by Pliskin, Mar 22, 2009.

Thread Status:
Not open for further replies.
  1. Pliskin

    Pliskin Registered Member

    Joined:
    Feb 8, 2009
    Posts:
    440
    Pliskin, Mar 22, 2009
    #1
  2. Kerodo

    Kerodo Registered Member

    Joined:
    Oct 5, 2004
    Posts:
    8,013
    I can't get too excited over boot times myself... once it's up and running, it stays that way for days, so who cares if it takes 30 seconds, 60 seconds, or 2 minutes to boot. Just my particular take on it....
     
    Kerodo, Mar 22, 2009
    #2
  3. Huupi

    Huupi Registered Member

    Joined:
    Sep 2, 2006
    Posts:
    2,024
    Huupi, Mar 22, 2009
    #3
  4. lodore

    lodore Registered Member

    Joined:
    Jun 22, 2006
    Posts:
    9,065
    on my system windows 7 does boot fast and also shuts down fast.
    its very fast when running as well.
    dont forget its still in beta.
     
    lodore, Mar 22, 2009
    #4
  5. JRViejo

    JRViejo Super Moderator

    Joined:
    Jul 9, 2008
    Posts:
    97,808
    Location:
    U.S.A.
    I'm having a hard time understanding this comparison, when the machines in question are so vastly different, yet, Win XP was only 5 seconds slower on boot.

    Their statement "Unfortunately, we lack the ability to bring Windows XP to the future from the time period from when it was released but we do have the ability to draw up some rough estimates provided the hardware configuration of a current machine." opens the door for more doubt because you can still test Win XP in today's environment, via NetBooks.

    And that would have been a closer test comparison IMO.
     
    JRViejo, Mar 22, 2009
    #5
  6. lodore

    lodore Registered Member

    Joined:
    Jun 22, 2006
    Posts:
    9,065
    are they trying to make windows 7 look bad by doing a very crap test?

    it seems a very strange comparison to do the hardware that was avaliable at lanch for both.

    if they installed both operating systems on the same machine it would provide a much better comparision.
    surely you would want to know what the difference in speed overall using the same system running the same applications?
    comparing a laptop to a desktop is a stupid idea as well....
     
    lodore, Mar 22, 2009
    #6
  7. JRViejo

    JRViejo Super Moderator

    Joined:
    Jul 9, 2008
    Posts:
    97,808
    Location:
    U.S.A.
    lodore, given the comparison parameters, I think we can both agree that it was a crap test to begin with!
     
    JRViejo, Mar 22, 2009
    #7
  8. lodore

    lodore Registered Member

    Joined:
    Jun 22, 2006
    Posts:
    9,065
    we sure can.
     
    lodore, Mar 22, 2009
    #8
  9. Kerodo

    Kerodo Registered Member

    Joined:
    Oct 5, 2004
    Posts:
    8,013
    And I'll 3rd the motion and we can dismiss it for good.... ;)
     
    Kerodo, Mar 22, 2009
    #9
  10. EASTER

    EASTER Registered Member

    Joined:
    Jul 28, 2007
    Posts:
    11,126
    Location:
    U.S.A. (South)
    Well my thoughts is that it better be, especially windows explorer which is been so frustratingly mediocre for years including in XP. Explorer is been in dire need of a full re-write for ages IMO for perfomance sake.
     
    EASTER, Mar 22, 2009
    #10
  11. innerpeace

    innerpeace Registered Member

    Joined:
    Jan 15, 2007
    Posts:
    2,121
    Location:
    Mountaineer Country
    innerpeace, Mar 23, 2009
    #11
Thread Status:
Not open for further replies.
  1. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register.
    By continuing to use this site, you are consenting to our use of cookies.
    Accept Learn More...