微软(Microsoft)一发布Windows 11游戏性能(gaming performance)就受到质疑。现在它已经发布了一段时间,是时候比较Windows 11家庭(Home)版和专业(Professional)版/版本,看看哪个最适合PC 游戏(PC gaming)了。

为什么应该从Windows 10升级到Windows 11
游戏玩家更喜欢Windows 操作系统(Windows OS)而不是 macOS的主要原因是微软(Microsoft)一直在开发其产品时考虑到游戏。与Windows 11(Windows 11)没有什么不同,但是Windows 11与Windows 10有什么不同吗?
答案是肯定的,但请查看我们的Windows 11 与 Windows 10(Windows 11 vs. Windows 10)文章以获得完整的图片。Windows 11 将改善您的游戏体验。与Windows 10不同,Windows 11 支持最新的游戏技术,其中一些以前仅适用于Xbox用户。

帮助Windows 10在旧设置上运行新游戏的游戏模式在(Game Mode)Windows 11上也可用,但它已得到改进。除了释放CPU之外,Windows 11还限制后台活动并分配更多资源,以便您可以不受干扰地玩游戏。
Windows 11 还带来了新的游戏功能,例如Auto-HDR、DirectStorage和内置的 Xbox 应用程序。让我们看看这些新功能的全部内容以及它们如何改善您的游戏体验。
自动 HDR
2017 年,游戏开发商宣布了上一代游戏机的HDR功能。这意味着只有少数游戏支持HDR。微软(Microsoft)开发了Auto-HDR ,只要显示器支持此功能,
它就可以将任何游戏变成HDR体验。(HDR)

这意味着如果您有HDR显示器,Windows 11会检测到它并自动打开自动HDR,这样您就可以在全新的水平上体验您的游戏。颜色将充满活力和逼真,提升您的视觉游戏体验。
直接存储
应用程序编程接口(Application Programming Interface)( API ) 是两个应用程序之间的中介,使它们更好地工作。Direct Storage 就是这样一种API,它的任务是介于GPU和SSD之间。这意味着GPU可以在没有(GPU)CPU参与的情况下处理和解压游戏数据。这使得游戏加载时间更短。
在DirectStorage之前,API会将游戏数据从RAM发送到CPU进行解压缩和处理,然后才会将其返回到RAM,最后返回到GPU来渲染和投影数据。但DirectStorage跳过了这整个步骤,将压缩后的数据直接发送到GPU,因此由GPU快速解压、处理和投影。
当 DIrectStorage 与 NVMe SSD结合使用时,整个过程快如闪电,GPU不会感到任何额外的压力。此外,CPU将可以自由地处理其他任务。DirectStorage 是 Windows 11 独有的,不会成为任何未来 Windows 10 更新的一部分。
内置 Xbox 应用
与Windows 10不同,Windows 11具有Xbox 应用程序(Xbox App)和Xbox Game Pass作为内置功能。它将整个Windows生态系统连接到一台机器上。以前,您必须从PlayStore单独下载Xbox Companion应用程序才能将您的 PC 与 Xbox 系统连接。Game Pass让订阅者可以立即访问 Xbox 云游戏。

Xbox Cloud Gaming仍处于Beta开发阶段,但您已经可以登录并玩一些最受欢迎的游戏。您需要良好的互联网连接以及台式机或笔记本电脑。
优化开始菜单
此功能与游戏无关,对于将 PC 严格用于游戏的人来说可能无关紧要。但这是一个很好的功能,尤其是当您将 PC 用于除游戏之外的专业或其他娱乐目的时。
Windows 11的开始菜单(Start Menu)经过优化且用途广泛。访问不同的程序和在应用程序之间导航很容易。开始(Start)菜单也可以调整大小以满足您的需要。这对于不喜欢占据下部屏幕很大一部分的
超大开始菜单的平板电脑用户来说更为重要,但它对游戏玩家和游戏主播也有帮助。(Start)
Windows 11 家庭版与 Windows 11 专业版

既然很明显 Windows 11 对游戏玩家来说是一个更好的选择,那么问题是选择哪个版本/版本?让我们看看这个操作系统的两个版本之间的主要区别以及它们如何影响游戏体验。
中央处理器
Windows 11 (Between Windows 11) Home和Pro之间的真正区别在于CPU。家庭(Home)版只支持一个64 核的CPU,而专业(Pro)版支持两个,最多 128 核。
这并不一定意味着专业(Pro)版更适合游戏。资源管理通常在游戏时进行简化,因此不需要两个CPU 。(CPUs)多亏了新的DirectStorage,一个CPU就可以流畅地运行您的游戏。
内存
Windows 11 可以支持更大的RAM大小。家庭(Home)版最高支持 128GB内存(RAM),而专业版(Pro)最高支持 2TB。
请注意,128GB 已经超过了游戏的顶部。如果您不会将 PC 用于娱乐以外的任何目的,家庭版应该足够
了。(Home)
安全功能
在安全性方面, Windows 11 Pro赢得了比赛。它带有一个BitLocker,您可以打开并加密您的硬盘。这样,您的数据将受到保护,任何窥探者都无法看到其内容或窃取它。
BitLocker加密您的硬盘驱动器后(BitLocker),除非有密码或恢复密钥,否则任何人都无法访问它。这意味着,即使您的 PC 被盗,您也无需担心其中的内容。

不幸的是,此功能在Windows 11 (Windows 11) Home上不可用。但作为游戏玩家,你需要这层额外的保护吗?这可能对试图保护自己工作的专业人士有所帮助。但对其他人来说,一个好的防病毒软件和VPN就足够了。
更新
如果您依靠定期更新来获得最佳游戏性能,您应该了解Windows更新的工作原理。无论您拥有什么版本的Windows,它们都会根据需要接收更新。Home和Pro都会(Home)收到定期更新。
成本
如果您从Windows 10升级,Windows 11家庭(Home)版是免费的。专业(Pro)版总是花费 200 美元,无论是更新还是购买新许可证
。
如果您将计算机用于游戏之外的专业用途,您可能需要进行投资。所有附加功能都物有所值。但如果您仅将 PC 用于游戏、浏览和日常工作,则无需为新操作系统付费。
Windows 11家庭(Home)版免费提供所有新游戏功能。这意味着在两者之间进行选择时, Home是游戏玩家的最佳版本。
Windows 11 企业版怎么样?
微软(Microsoft)严格为商业开发Windows 11 企业版。(Enterprise)它需要批量许可协议,您不能为其购买OEM密钥。Windows Enterprise不是为消费者设计的,而是为公司设计的。

Windows 11企业版具有与(Enterprise)家庭(Home)版和专业(Pro)版相同的所有功能,以及一些专为企业设计的附加应用程序。这意味着,如果您拥有企业(Enterprise)版,则可以像在任何其他版本上一样玩游戏。
请记住,Enterprise是最昂贵的选择,但如果您需要它用于娱乐和工作的 PC,那么您不会出错。但是,您必须为这个新操作系统提供一些额外的权限才能运行游戏。
哪个版本(Edition)最适合游戏?
在游戏方面,无论您选择家庭(Home)版、专业(Pro)版还是企业(Enterprise)版,操作系统的功能都是相同的。他们可能拥有的任何其他功能都不会带来不同的游戏体验。作为游戏玩家,您只需要
Windows 11家庭版。(Home)
Windows 11家庭版(Home)是每个人的绝佳选择。它带来了其他两个版本中的所有新游戏功能,如果您从Windows 10更新,则无需任何费用。它专为消费者使用而设计,是大多数人的最佳选择。
这并不意味着专业版(Pro)和企业(Enterprise)版会更糟。它们只是带有额外的功能,这些功能对普通游戏玩家来说不是那么有用,而且成本更高。如果您是专业人士并使用您的 PC 进行工作和娱乐,请随意使用Windows 11 专业版(Pro)或企业版(Enterprise)。
The Best Windows 11 Version for PC Gaming
Windows 11 gaming performance came into question as soon as Microsoft released it. Now that it has been out for a while, it’s time to compare Windows 11 Home and Professional editions/versions to see which is best for PC gaming.

Why You Should Upgrade from Windows 10 to Windows 11
The main reason why gamers prefer Windows OS over macOS is that Microsoft has always developed its products with gaming in mind. It’s no different with Windows 11, but is Windows 11 that different from Windows 10?
The answer is yes, but check our Windows 11 vs. Windows 10 article to get the complete picture. Windows 11 will improve your gaming experience. Unlike Windows 10, Windows 11 supports the newest gaming technologies, some previously available only for Xbox users.

The Game Mode that helped Windows 10 run newer games on older setups is available on Windows 11 too, but it’s improved. Aside from freeing up the CPU, Windows 11 limits the background activity and allocates more resources so you can play your game undisturbed.
Windows 11 also brings new gaming features such as Auto-HDR, DirectStorage, and a built-in Xbox app. Let’s see what these new features are all about and how they can improve your gaming experience.
Auto-HDR
In 2017, game developers announced the HDR feature for the last generation consoles. That meant that only a handful of games were to support HDR. Microsoft developed Auto-HDR, which can turn any game into an HDR experience as long as the display supports this feature.

That means if you have an HDR monitor, Windows 11 will detect it and automatically turn on auto-HDR so you can experience your games on a whole new level. The colors will be vibrant and realistic, boosting your visual gaming experience.
DirectStorage
An Application Programming Interface (API) is an intermediary between two applications and makes them work better. Direct Storage is one such API, and its task is to intermediate between the GPU and SSD. That means that the GPU can process and decompress the game data without the involvement of the CPU. This makes game load times much shorter.
Before DirectStorage, the API would send the game data from the RAM to the CPU for decompression and processing, and only then would it return it to the RAM and finally to the GPU to render and project the data. But DirectStorage skips this entire step and sends the compressed data directly to the GPU, so it’s up to the GPU to quickly decompress, process, and project it.
When DIrectStorage is combined with an NVMe SSD, the whole process is lightning fast, and the GPU won’t feel any additional stress. Moreover, the CPU will be free to deal with other tasks. DirectStorage is exclusive to Windows 11 and won’t become part of any future Windows 10 updates.
Built-in Xbox App
Unlike Windows 10, Windows 11 has the Xbox App and the Xbox Game Pass as built-in features. It connects the whole Windows ecosystem into one machine. Previously, you had to download the Xbox Companion app separately from PlayStore to connect your PC with the Xbox system. The Game Pass gives the subscribers access to Xbox cloud gaming instantly.

Xbox Cloud Gaming is still in the Beta development phase, but you can already log in and play some of the most wanted game titles. You need a good internet connection, and a desktop or a laptop.
Optimized Start Menu
This feature is not related to games, and it might be of no concern for people who use their PCs strictly for gaming. But it’s a neat feature, especially if you use your PC for professional or other entertainment purposes besides gaming.
The Start Menu of Windows 11 is optimized and versatile. It is easy to access different programs and navigate between apps. The Start menu can also be resized to fit your needs. This is more important for tablet users who don’t like the oversized Start menu that takes up a large portion of the lower screen, but it can also be helpful for gamers and gameplay streamers.
Windows 11 Home vs. Windows 11 Pro

Now that it’s clear that Windows 11 is a better option for gamers, the question is which version/edition to choose? Let’s look at the main differences between the two editions of this operating system and how they influence the gaming experience.
CPU
The real difference Between Windows 11 Home and Pro is in the CPU. While the Home edition supports only one CPU with 64 cores, the Pro edition supports two, with up to 128 cores.
That doesn’t necessarily mean that the Pro edition is better for gaming. The resource management is typically streamlined while gaming, so the two CPUs are unnecessary. Thanks to the new DirectStorage, one CPU is more than capable of running your game smoothly.
RAM
Windows 11 can support much larger RAM sizes. The Home edition supports up to 128GB of RAM, while the Pro up to 2TB.
Note that 128GB is already way over the top for gaming. The Home edition should be sufficient if you won’t use your PC for any purpose other than entertainment.
Security Features
Windows 11 Pro wins the race when it comes to security. It comes with a BitLocker, a feature that you can turn on and encrypt your hard disk. That way, your data will be protected, and no prying eyes will be able to see its content or steal it.
Once BitLocker encrypts your hard drive, no one will have access to it unless they have a password or a recovery key. That means that even if your PC is stolen, you don’t need to worry about the content you have on it.

Unfortunately, this feature is not available on Windows 11 Home. But as a gamer, do you need this extra layer of protection? It may be helpful for professionals who are trying to safeguard their work. But for anyone else, a good antivirus and a VPN are enough.
Updates
If you rely on regular updates for optimal gaming performance, you should know how Windows updates work. No matter what edition of Windows you have, they all receive updates as needed. Both Home and Pro receive regular updates.
The Cost
If you upgrade from Windows 10, Windows 11 Home is free. The Pro edition always costs $200, whether updating or buying a new license.
If you’re using your computer for professional purposes next to gaming, you might want to make the investment. All the additional features are worth the price. But if you use your PC only for gaming, browsing, and everyday work, there is no need to pay for a new OS.
Windows 11 Home comes with all the new gaming features at no cost. That would mean that Home is the best edition for gamers when choosing between the two.
What about Windows 11 Enterprise?
Microsoft developed Windows 11 Enterprise strictly for business. It requires a volume license agreement, and you cannot buy an OEM key for it. Windows Enterprise is not designed for consumers but companies.

Windows 11 Enterprise has all the same features as the Home and Pro editions and some additional apps specifically designed for business. This means that if you have the Enterprise edition, you can play games just as well as on any other edition.
Keep in mind that Enterprise is the most expensive option, but if you need it for the PC you use both for entertainment and work, you can’t go wrong. However, you will have to give this new OS some extra permissions to run games.
Which Edition is the Best for Gaming?
When it comes to gaming, the OS capabilities are the same whether you choose the Home, Pro, or Enterprise edition. No additional features they might have will bring a different gaming experience. Windows 11 Home is all you need as a gamer.
Windows 11 Home is an excellent choice for everyone. It brings all the new gaming features in the other two editions and costs nothing if you’re updating from Windows 10. It’s designed for consumer use and is the best option for most people.
That doesn’t mean that the Pro and Enterprise editions are any worse. They just come with additional features that aren’t that useful for average gamers and cost more. If you’re a professional and use your PC for work and entertainment, feel free to go with either Windows 11 Pro or Enterprise.