Windows 12 aims for a significant overhaul with a focus on modern features and enhanced performance, while macOS Ventura provides more iterative improvements with a strong emphasis on integration and security. The choice depends on user preference for a revamped experience versus a refined, established ecosystem.
| Attribute | Windows 12 | macOS Ventura |
|---|---|---|
| User Interface Design and Customization | Revamped UI, customizable layouts with widgets, floating taskbar, repositioned system icons, context-sensitive AI assistance. | Subtle improvements, redesigned System Settings app, Stage Manager for window management. |
| Hardware Compatibility | CPU with 1 GHz, graphics card with 2 cores and DirectX 12, TPM 2.0, 8-16 GB RAM. | Supports Macs introduced in 2017 or later. |
| Software Ecosystem and Application Availability | Compatibility with legacy Win32 apps, increasing integration of web apps and Microsoft 365, modular design for quicker updates. | Supports a wide range of software, requires 64-bit compatibility. |
| Gaming Performance and Support | DirectX 13, DirectStorage, AI-powered game optimization, support for high refresh rate monitors and next-gen graphics cards. | Metal 3, MetalFX Upscaling, SharePlay, buddy controllers, Logitech G920/G29 steering wheels support. |
| Security Features and Vulnerability Protection | Enhanced user authentication (biometric, multi-factor), advanced threat protection, malware protection, sophisticated firewalls, Secure Boot, TPM 2.0. | Passkeys, Rapid Security Response, improved Gatekeeper with code signing checks. |
| System Resource Management and Efficiency | Faster boot times, optimized memory usage, AI-driven resource prioritization, smarter background process handling. | Faster app launch times, efficient resource management. |
| Cloud Integration and Services | Cloud-based file storage and syncing with OneDrive, integration of Windows Virtual Desktop and Cloud PCs, closer integration with Azure for AI and computing resources. | Seamless integration with iCloud, iCloud Shared Photo Library, Handoff in FaceTime. |
| Update and Upgrade Process | Modular architecture enabling faster and less intrusive updates, state-separated system updates. | Streamlined updates, Rapid Security Response for quicker security patches. |
| Privacy Settings and Data Control | New privacy dashboard, deepened integration with mobile devices via Phone Link app. | Various privacy settings, locked Hidden and Recently Deleted albums in Photos. |
| Accessibility Features | New accessibility options in settings, enhanced Narrator screen reader, focus mode, improved voice typing, better text readability customization. | Background Sounds, Live Captions, Voice Control, Type to Speak. |
| Virtualization Capabilities | Integrated virtualization and development environments, allowing developers to spin up isolated virtual machines or containers for secure development and testing. | Virtualization Framework, VirtioGPU 2D for Linux VMs, Rosetta 2 for x86-64 Linux binaries. |
| Developer Tools and Support | Integrated virtualization and development environments. | Virtualization Framework, ESLogger tool for security research. |
| Price | Not available | Not available |
| Ratings | Not available | overall: Not available, performance: Not available |