Do 64bit USE more RAM?

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  1. Asd12345

    Asd12345 MDL Novice

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    #1 Asd12345, Sep 16, 2010
    I had 32bit windows and my 2 GB Ram was at about 70-80% with Bad Company 2 open. Now I've installed 64bit windows and it goes up to 90-95% and makes my pc lagging. Is that because of 64bit windows? (same programs open in both windows installations)
     
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  3. Airclocker

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    #3 Airclocker, Sep 16, 2010
    X64 OS requires more ram than X86. Therefore you're better of adding more gigs to your rig or installing the 32bit version since the 2 gig is small for running background applications and your gaming use.
     
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  4. Asd12345

    Asd12345 MDL Novice

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    #4 Asd12345, Sep 16, 2010
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    I know, I've installed 64 bit as I'm upgrading to 4 GBs, I just noticed this and thought I could ask :)

    EDIT: Thanks to both of you :) It got me a little worried but I guess I'll be fine with 4 gigs
     
  5. mongen

    mongen MDL Junior Member

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    #5 mongen, Sep 16, 2010
    Unused RAM is wasted RAM.
     
  6. Matrix Leader

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    #6 Matrix Leader, Sep 16, 2010
    Ever since the introduction of 64 bit OSes....I never touched a 32 bit anymore
     
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  7. timesurfer

    timesurfer MDL Developer

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    I think x64 uses more RAM but is easier on processors
     
  8. Brainsuck

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    #8 Brainsuck, Sep 16, 2010
    X64 maybe a little more with 8 gigs it do'nt matter much
     
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  9. jupier2k

    jupier2k MDL Member

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    #9 jupier2k, Sep 16, 2010
    Definitely noticeable increase in performance from 4G to 8G ram.
     
  10. netizen

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    #10 netizen, Sep 18, 2010
    Mine is 6Gig ram for win7x64, I see excellent performance.
     
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  11. Asd12345

    Asd12345 MDL Novice

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    #11 Asd12345, Sep 18, 2010 (OP)
    Well, ofc 6/8 GB ram will be better but it really depends on my pocket.