Windows Vista Ultimate

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This downloadable version of Windows Vista is an upgrade only. Users can upgrade to Windows Vista Ultimate from Windows XP Pro, Windows XP Home, Windows XP Media Center, or Windows XP Tablet PC.

Editors’ Review

Download.com staffFebruary 19, 2026

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Editors' rating

Very good

7.4

out of 10

The good: Windows Vista Ultimate does improve some features within Windows XP; fewer system crashes than Windows XP; Windows Vista offers better built-in support options. The bad: Windows Vista Ultimate does not put Search on the desktop (it's buried within applications, within the Start Menu); optimized only for the Microsoft Windows ecosystem (for example, RSS feeds from Internet Explorer 7 get preferential treatment); there's simply too much and not all of it is implemented properly; no new software yet written exclusively for Windows Vista; and there are too many editions of Windows Vista. The bottom line: Windows Vista is essentially warmed-over Windows XP. If you're currently happy with Windows XP SP2, we see no compelling reason to upgrade. On the other hand, if you need a new computer right now, Windows Vista is stable enough for everyday use. Reviewed by: Robert Vamosi; Reviewed on: 1/23/07; Release date: 1/30/07 Read the entire review.

Windows Vista Ultimate

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GENERAL

Release: January 29, 2007

Latest update: February 19, 2026

Version: 6.0-build-6002-service-pack-2

OPERATING SYSTEMS

Platform: Windows

Operating System: Windows 10

Additional Requirements: None

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3.7/5

39 User Votes

windows vista bad for games
yourmomlooolJune 17, 2011
Pros
enough....
Cons
said......
Summary
nufsed
A Great VM-Ware alternative
m6805May 10, 2011
Pros
It runs error free in a Virtual Box
Cons
It's clunky as compared to XP Pro
Summary
It works for what I need it for
The very best system ever!!!
jjcljDecember 6, 2010
Pros
Work great easy to use very fast great features!! Simply put the best !!
Cons
None i can think of !!
Summary
Too me vista ultimate 64 bit is the best os ever, they can keep windows 7, i will not be buying it .
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blom87April 25, 2010
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Cons
a cant find enything bad abut this softwer because a dident read about
Summary
i dont now annything becaus i suck on this and i like it=)
interface, interesting new features vista ultimate
runytryAugust 3, 2009
Pros
Windows Vista Ultimate does not put Search on the desktop (it's buried within applications, within the Start Menu); optimized only for the Microsoft Windows from ; no new software yet written exclusively for Windows Vista;
Cons
Windows Vista is warmed-over Windows XP. If you're currently on it you need one right now, Windows Vista is stable enough for everyday use. Reviewed by: Robert Va
Summary
Windows Vista Ultimate is a great of what everybody says, you just need to do a clean install that is it. My computer has faster Boot ups by 50%. It is far more stable the graphics are amazing, and all programs can just be run by the properties is rated 4 stars but I give it 5 stars. All those Vista haters need to Reply to this review | Read reply (1)
Seen em all, none compare!
Charles KApril 13, 2009
Pros
I've been using Vista since 2-2007 & had issues from the beginning. But when I bought Ultimate, the real world of Vista was unlocked. Graphically excellent! Fast! but when makes it so great is it's built in "Complete PC Backup". It images itself.
Cons
Without the service pack on the DVD, formatting is a slow process. Theres 108 updates on mine not including 9 optional ones. Sometimes sensitive to softeare niot written for Vista but thats all my complaints, plain & simple.
Summary
If your gonna use Vista, Ultimate or Business are the only 2 ways to go. Their buily in "Complete PC Backup" is the only drive image I've ever recovered that brought back a stable system. Not Acronis, Ghost, Paragon or any of the others are even close to Ultimates built in drive imaging capabilities. That alone make it worth every cent & if you shop on line, you can find ir as cheap as $130 with SP-1. It's the only way to run a Vista system.
the most better system operative of Windows
Jesús Javier Ateca FerrerNovember 4, 2008
Pros
Estability, security, is a program most better of the market
Cons
For that ultimate walk correct in your Pc, this has that to be very new and very good
Summary
This is great.
chad.armstrongSeptember 8, 2008
Pros
I love Microsoft.
Cons
Nothing here.
Summary
is so slow
khairulamriAugust 11, 2008
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lol
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cannot download Windows Vista Ultimate upgrade
nama8July 25, 2008
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