Windows 8.1 or 7?

[MachineKillx]

Which OS is better for gaming and regular use? I heard that 8.1 uses less CPU on idle...

[Pugs501]

What are your Specs and do you have a SSD?

[theKumba]

If you have an SSD, use 8.1. If you don't, and you got an average PC, it depends on your opinion of metro ui.

[VerticalDiscussions]

Windows 8.1 is faster and more responsive as far as personal experience.

[AlexWalters08]

With Windows 10 coming soon, it doesn't matter which one you choose, you will only have it for a couple months. Although I didn't think that I would like Windows 8.1 that much after using 7 for many years, although I enjoy it a lot.

[Cactu]

Windows 8.1 but either way you get 10 which will be better than both