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Windows 10 vs Windows 11 comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Aug 7, 2024

Review summaries and opinions

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

ROI

Sentiment score
1.4
Windows 10 boosted efficiency, security, and performance, offering rapid ROI and compatibility, despite differing opinions on financial gains.
Sentiment score
5.4
Windows 11 offers 30%-90% ROI, praised for stability and efficiency; however, pricing and incentives need improvement for some users.
 

Customer Service

Sentiment score
5.0
Windows 10 support is generally satisfactory with knowledgeable staff, but response times and accessibility could improve.
Sentiment score
5.4
Windows 11 technical support varies, with mixed reviews on Microsoft's access and effectiveness, but enterprise users often resolve issues independently.
We have informed Microsoft, but the issue is still there, and it has been more than three to four months.
The customer service and support from Microsoft are quite responsive and generally good.
The Office 365 support is good, it takes a while sometimes to point to the problem, but they're good.
Everything should work perfectly if you have new hardware that matches the Windows 11 requirements.
For issues that require level three or level four support, they initiate a process with Microsoft to address the problem.
The technical support team’s response time is very slow.
 

Scalability Issues

Sentiment score
4.7
Windows 10 offers robust scalability, effectively supporting user growth and system expansion for organizations of all sizes.
Sentiment score
5.3
Windows 11 is praised for scalability and ease of installation, despite some hardware integration challenges.
For scalability, I would rate it a nine or ten because performance-wise, Windows 10 has never given me those issues.
I can increase the licensing amount easily when there is company growth or when new people join.
The system is used to control the whole site and the air traffic in every city.
We faced challenges integrating it in multi-app environments, requiring complex API setups.
The solution's scalability is good because it allows you to run a large number of virtual machines.
 

Stability Issues

Sentiment score
6.2
Windows 10 is stable, highly rated, minimal crashes, but requires frequent updates for security and optimal performance.
Sentiment score
5.9
Windows 11 is stable for basic applications but has performance issues, with some users preferring Windows 10 for reliability.
The challenges were related to third-party agents and their supportability.
I would rate the stability of the product an eight.
With the tool, we are able to control airplane traffic.
The solution's high level of stability ensures that the machine doesn't go down multiple times.
The stability can be influenced by the status and specifications of our company PCs.
 

Room For Improvement

Windows 10 needs better update management, system stability, security, performance, integration, and more flexible pricing and installations.
Windows 11 needs improvements in stability, compatibility, performance, security, personalization, integration, and user interface for optimal user experience.
Microsoft can improve their Teams product because everybody uses Teams, and it's very clunky and unfriendly in terms of scrolling back, downloading files, and moving back and forth within the different teams.
Investment in Windows 10 may not be ideal as the world is changing with advancing technology in the AI age.
The transitions within Teams are not smooth, and call quality in meetings is not great.
For a better experience, Windows 11 should be improved to take fewer resources.
Enhancements in the firewall's capabilities would elevate the overall security of the system.
The product should focus more on security, particularly Outlook.
 

Setup Cost

Windows 10 pricing for enterprises involves complex licensing models, with costs varying by volume, agreements, and hardware bundles.
Enterprise buyers have mixed views on Windows 11 pricing, with costs mitigated by flexible licensing and free upgrades.
For those buying a Windows license, it might be better to buy a Windows 11 license.
Windows is considered overpriced, especially given the normal software functionalities.
Windows 10 is cost-effective when compared to other competitors available such as Mac and Linux.
On a scale from one to ten, where one is cheap and ten is expensive, I rate the solution's pricing a nine out of ten.
The tool is expensive.
I have a university license, so I do not pay anything for Windows 11.
 

Valuable Features

Windows 10 excels in security, multitasking, integration, and performance, offering features for developers and gamers alike.
Windows 11 is praised for its user-friendly design, robust performance, seamless integration with Microsoft services, and AI support.
When using mapping software such as QGIS or ArcGIS, the system remains stable, especially when handling heavy files.
The configuration management tools, such as SACM, are effective.
Windows 11 brings some AI features for Microsoft Copilot, which probably weren't as integrated into the previous version.
The standout feature, known as the Linux App System Forwarded, enables the use of Linux commands within the Windows environment.
The tool's most valuable feature is its stability.
Windows is one of the best operating systems an enterprise or user can use.
 

Categories and Ranking

Windows 10
Ranking in Operating Systems (OS) for Business
8th
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
4.5
Number of Reviews
282
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Windows 11
Ranking in Operating Systems (OS) for Business
7th
Average Rating
8.6
Reviews Sentiment
6.3
Number of Reviews
48
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of October 2025, in the Operating Systems (OS) for Business category, the mindshare of Windows 10 is 2.8%, down from 4.0% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Windows 11 is 8.0%, up from 2.3% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Operating Systems (OS) for Business Market Share Distribution
ProductMarket Share (%)
Windows 118.0%
Windows 102.8%
Other89.2%
Operating Systems (OS) for Business
 

Featured Reviews

Arjun Meda - PeerSpot reviewer
User appreciates ease of use but desires improvements in pricing and update process
I do not find Windows 10 compatible with my applications as I am not using any legacy applications. Regarding my experience with Windows 10, I was annoyed with updates that constantly make my PC restart. Additionally, the user interface could be more intuitive because it is sometimes too hard to find specific items.
Pmurki@Micron.Com Praveen - PeerSpot reviewer
Easy to use, stable product and improve productivity
We use our laptops with Windows only. We use it for everything. For the last 20 years, my entire career, I've been using Windows only. Office 365 will be extensively used, along with other tools from Office 365 Everything is good. It's easy to use. It supports AI initiatives. Like we use…
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
10%
Manufacturing Company
9%
University
9%
Financial Services Firm
7%
Comms Service Provider
13%
Computer Software Company
11%
University
8%
Manufacturing Company
7%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business125
Midsize Enterprise63
Large Enterprise119
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business12
Midsize Enterprise12
Large Enterprise24
 

Questions from the Community

What needs improvement with Windows 10?
Performance and slowness are areas that could be improved in Windows 10. Sometimes the system experiences slowdowns. The only issue I face and can remember is related to performance.
What is your primary use case for Windows 10?
I use Windows 10 for regular office activities.
What do you like most about Windows 11?
We use Windows 11 for our workstation’s daily operations.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Windows 11?
There's no difference; Windows 11 is not more expensive than Windows 10 for my institution. I spend £11,000 a year on Microsoft, which is a lot for a school. That £11,000 is for all Microsoft produ...
What needs improvement with Windows 11?
I have faced challenges with Windows 11, particularly with a recent Wi-Fi wireless issue. The dot 1.80 update caused Wi-Fi drivers to automatically disconnect, preventing users from connecting to W...
 

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Overview

Find out what your peers are saying about Windows 10 vs. Windows 11 and other solutions. Updated: September 2025.
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