# We tested gaming performance in 17-year-old Windows 7 against Windows 11 on a modern gaming PC — older operating system delivers advantages in some scenarios

> After the rough reception of Windows Vista, Windows 7 launched in 2009 to largely positive reviews. Even 17 years later, it remains one of the most beloved versions of Windows ever released.

- **Source:** [Tom's Hardware](https://www.tomshardware.com/software/windows/we-tested-gaming-performance-in-17-year-old-windows-7-against-windows-11-on-a-modern-gaming-pc-older-operating-system-delivers-advantages-in-some-scenarios?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6aca56df81d8d8a9bc3eb6d4)
- **Published:** 2026-10-10
- **Category:** Computers & IT
- **Tags:** #windows
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