Frequent Question: How Much Space Does C Drive Take Windows 10?
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A fresh install of Windows 10 takes up about 15 GB of storage space. Most of that is made up of system and reserved files while 1 GB is taken up by default apps and games that come with Windows 10.

How Big Should C drive be Windows 10?

So, it is always wise to instal Windows 10 on a physically separate SSD with an ideal size of 240 or 250 GB, so that there will arise no need to partition the Drive or store your valuable Data in it.

How much free space does Windows 10 take on C drive?

All Microsoft will tell you is that you need 20 GB of space before you install a 64-bit Windows 10 system on a modern PC. After that, you’re on your own.

Robert Thorne

Robert Thorne

Automotive & Future Transportation Editor

Robert Thorne covers electric vehicle innovations, autonomous driving systems, global mobility trends, and automotive engineering developments.

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