Pro: can handle more than 4gb of memory
Pro: can effecitively calculate bigger numbers in one go (although this doesn't mean it is faster)
Con: Some software doesn't work, older software has more problems
Con: More expensive
32 bit
Pro: Much more compatible with software
Pro: cheaper option
Con: Limit of 4gb ram
Its an easy one really it all depends on what you plan on doing with your computer.
If you intend to use it for the internet and game play 32bit
If you are doing something hardcore, such as 3D graphics design, a lot of video encoding, you need an extra few frames per second on games etc... then 64bit
64bit is quickly becoming a standard but its not there yet, most people should consider buying a new pc every 3-5 years, and upgrading their current PC every 1 1/2 - 3 years I would imagine in 3 years 64 bit will be a bit more appropriate but for 90% of peoples needs, 32 bit is the winner
Thanks, my wife uses voice recognition software, which uses more resources, but I don't think as hardcore as 3D graphics.
Of course we have to check the software compatibility.
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