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Azraelen
Brass Contributor
Mar 17, 2026

Windows 10 or Windows 11 in 2026, which one are you actually sticking with and why?

For those who tried both, what differences did you actually notice in daily use? Gaming performance, updates, bugs, UI, anything.

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  • Axton-X's avatar
    Axton-X
    Brass Contributor
    Mar 19, 2026

    Windows 11 offers a more modern, streamlined look with centered Start menu, rounded corners, and revamped icons. Many find it more visually appealing.

  • Nobel_Baynes's avatar
    Nobel_Baynes
    Steel Contributor
    Mar 18, 2026

    Windows 11 for personal use. Windows 10 is already out of official support.

  • Charlie34000's avatar
    Charlie34000
    MCT
    Mar 18, 2026

    Windows 10 is stable, but it’s essentially in maintenance mode now: security updates only, no new features.

    Windows 11 keeps evolving, with better window management, smoother performance on modern CPUs, and regular quality‑of‑life improvements.

     

    I use Windows 11 on supported hardware for the overall experience, and keep Windows 10 only on older machines where stability is the priority.