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At a Glance
Windows 11
Windows 11
Star Rating
(3,267)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (36.3% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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Windows 8
Windows 8
Star Rating
(529)3.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (45.2% of reviews)
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Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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AI Generated Summary
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  • Users report that Windows 11 offers a more intuitive interface with its redesigned Start Menu and Taskbar, making navigation easier compared to Windows 8's more traditional layout, which some find outdated.
  • Reviewers mention that Windows 11 has significantly improved memory management, with better RAM allocation for applications, leading to smoother multitasking experiences compared to Windows 8, which has been noted for occasional slowdowns under heavy loads.
  • G2 users highlight that Windows 11's enhanced security features, such as hardware-based isolation and Windows Hello, provide a more secure environment than Windows 8, which lacks these advanced security measures.
  • Users on G2 say that the ease of setup for Windows 11 is superior, with a streamlined installation process and better support for modern hardware, while Windows 8 has been criticized for its more cumbersome setup experience.
  • Reviewers mention that Windows 11's support for DirectStorage and Auto HDR enhances gaming performance and visuals, a feature that Windows 8 does not support, making it less appealing for gamers.
  • Users report that the quality of support for Windows 11 is generally better, with more resources and community engagement available, while Windows 8 users have noted a decline in support as the product ages.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Windows 11
No pricing available
Windows 8
No pricing available
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Windows 11
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Windows 8
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Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.1
2,524
7.8
392
Ease of Use
9.2
2,543
7.5
398
Ease of Setup
9.1
769
8.1
136
Ease of Admin
8.9
581
7.6
109
Quality of Support
8.5
2,301
7.6
355
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.8
547
7.3
95
Product Direction (% positive)
8.9
2,451
6.0
384
Features by Category
8.4
71
Not enough data
Memory Management - Operating System
8.8
70
8.0
14
Device Management - Operating System
8.8
70
7.3
14
Backup and Recovery - Operating System
8.8
68
8.0
14
Error Detection - Operating System
8.4
70
6.4
14
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Windows 11
Windows 11
Windows 8
Windows 8
Windows 11 and Windows 8 are categorized as Operating System
Unique Categories
Windows 11
Windows 11 has no unique categories
Windows 8
Windows 8 has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Windows 11
Windows 11
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
36.3%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
32.1%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
31.7%
Windows 8
Windows 8
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
45.2%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
28.5%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
26.3%
Reviewers' Industry
Windows 11
Windows 11
Information Technology and Services
21.3%
Computer Software
13.3%
Higher Education
4.1%
Computer & Network Security
3.4%
Education Management
3.4%
Other
54.4%
Windows 8
Windows 8
Information Technology and Services
20.4%
Computer Software
13.6%
Education Management
4.4%
Higher Education
4.0%
Computer & Network Security
3.4%
Other
54.1%
Most Helpful Reviews
Windows 11
Windows 11
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Tania M.
TM
Tania M.
Verified User in Architecture & Planning

I love the fact that it is a familiar interface that has grown since it started, and even if you haven't been user of the system before you'll find that it is very intuitive and easy to use. It is very customizable so you can adapt a lot of settings to your...

Most Helpful Critical Review
Michael F.
MF
Michael F.
Verified User in Computer Software

The way it is built, it is not intuitive nor is it truly effective. There are many other free products that work better.

Windows 8
Windows 8
Most Helpful Favorable Review
VR
vashu R.
Verified User in Computer Software

1. It was designed to be faster and more efficient than its predecessor windows 7, which appealed to users looking for better performance.

Most Helpful Critical Review
Michael F.
MF
Michael F.
Verified User in Computer Software

This OS is Windows ME all over again, unless you have a touch screen computer, this OS is clunky and not meant for use.

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Discussions
Windows 11
Windows 11 Discussions
What are the main features of Windows 10?
6 comments
Muhammad Naveed, D.
MD
Windows 10 features a user-friendly interface, a broad range of software compatibility, enhanced security with Windows Defender, regular updates, integration...Read more
What is Windows 10 used for?
6 comments
Chirag P.
CP
i have use windows 10 in general computing and gaming that was agood and fast Read more
Performance
5 comments
Yanet Y.
YY
If you see that your computer is slow and you are working with many applications open, you should close them so that Windows 10 is faster, if the slowness...Read more
Windows 8
Windows 8 Discussions
Windows 8 recommended software
2 comments
Enyerber H.
EH
I recommend it 100%Read more
Many are curious about the advantages of Windows 8 compared to the previous Windows, namely Windows 7. Here is more information about the advantages of Windows 8 compared to Windows 7 that has been summarized.
2 comments
leo d.
LD
Because Windows 8 is the best.Read more
Windows 8 is an operating system developed by Microsoft, released in 2012. It introduced a new user interface based on the Metro design language, which was optimized for touchscreens. While it brought some improvements in performance and security, it received mixed reviews due to its significant departure from the traditional Windows interface, particularly the removal of the Start menu. Some users appreciated the new features and design, while others found it challenging to adapt to the changes. Overall, whether Windows 8 is considered "good" can depend on individual preferences and needs.
2 comments
Anthony M.
AM
Its not bad but not the best OS. UI design is modern but has instability issues. Navigating through the UI is not user-friendly and can be confusing for most...Read more