Interactive Quiz

MBR vs GPT Decision Tool

Not sure whether to use MBR or GPT for your disk? Answer 5 quick questions about your setup and get a definitive recommendation — no guesswork required.

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Question 1

What is the size of your disk (or the disk you plan to buy)?

MBR cannot address more than 2 TB of space.

MBR vs GPT in a nutshell: GPT is the modern standard and works on all Windows 8/10/11 UEFI systems. MBR is only needed for legacy systems or if you need XP/Vista compatibility. When in doubt, choose GPT.

Want the full explanation? Read our complete MBR vs GPT guide with detailed comparisons, conversion instructions, and compatibility tables.