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SUSE Linux Enterprise vs Windows 10 comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Jul 3, 2025

Review summaries and opinions

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

ROI

Sentiment score
1.0
SUSE Linux Enterprise provides higher returns for SAP deployments than Red Hat, offering cost-effective subscription pricing and support savings.
Sentiment score
1.7
Windows 10 offers efficiency, compatibility, and enhanced performance, saving users time and achieving break-even within 18 months.
 

Customer Service

Sentiment score
1.0
SUSE Linux Enterprise offers reliable paid support with variable costs, often supplemented by community resources and user forums.
Sentiment score
4.4
Microsoft support receives mixed reviews, with some finding it helpful and others reporting slow responses and inconsistent quality.
We have informed Microsoft, but the issue is still there, and it has been more than three to four months.
The customer service and support from Microsoft are quite responsive and generally good.
 

Scalability Issues

Sentiment score
6.8
SUSE Linux Enterprise is scalable, easy to maintain, cloud-compatible, and reliable, although some package compatibility issues exist.
Sentiment score
4.7
Windows 10 efficiently scales for various organization sizes, supports seamless upgrades, and is highly adaptable for growing demands.
For scalability, I would rate it a nine or ten because performance-wise, Windows 10 has never given me those issues.
 

Stability Issues

Sentiment score
7.8
SUSE Linux Enterprise is stable and reliable, with occasional glitches, especially in newer versions or specific configurations.
Sentiment score
6.4
Windows 10 is stable with minimal issues, but updates and compatibility can sometimes affect performance and stability.
The challenges were related to third-party agents and their supportability.
I would rate the stability of the product an eight.
 

Room For Improvement

Users of SUSE Linux Enterprise face challenges with updates, integration, costs, support, and seek improved documentation and features.
Windows 10 users criticize frequent updates, performance issues, and interface, seeking better security, user-friendliness, and improved support.
The software manager was different, making it challenging to install certain applications.
The license we subscribed to should carry over within the same instance family.
Microsoft can improve their Teams product because everybody uses Teams, and it's very clunky and unfriendly in terms of scrolling back, downloading files, and moving back and forth within the different teams.
The basic version offered by Windows 10 does not allow direct preview of emails, requiring downloads instead.
When running mapping software and attempting to load an image, the system sometimes reboots unexpectedly.
 

Setup Cost

SUSE Linux pricing is mixed, affordable compared to Red Hat, but costs increase with support and add-ons.
Enterprise buyers face varied Windows 10 pricing, experiencing high costs and complex licensing compared to alternative operating systems.
Upgrading an instance results in overlapping or double subscription fees.
Windows 10 is cost-effective when compared to other competitors available such as Mac and Linux.
For those buying a Windows license, it might be better to buy a Windows 11 license.
Windows is considered overpriced, especially given the normal software functionalities.
 

Valuable Features

SUSE Linux Enterprise is praised for seamless upgrades, YaST management, Oracle/SAP support, security, performance, and BTRFS flexibility.
Windows 10 excels in usability, security, multitasking, and compatibility, enhancing productivity with intuitive features and robust system protection.
SUSE Linux had a clean user interface, which was a valuable feature for me.
It has a stable and reliable OS.
When using mapping software such as QGIS or ArcGIS, the system remains stable, especially when handling heavy files.
The configuration management tools, such as SACM, are effective.
Almost 80-90% of people are using Windows 10.
 

Categories and Ranking

SUSE Linux Enterprise
Ranking in Operating Systems (OS) for Business
6th
Average Rating
8.6
Reviews Sentiment
5.5
Number of Reviews
33
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Windows 10
Ranking in Operating Systems (OS) for Business
8th
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
4.5
Number of Reviews
280
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of September 2025, in the Operating Systems (OS) for Business category, the mindshare of SUSE Linux Enterprise is 6.6%, down from 8.2% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Windows 10 is 2.8%, down from 4.2% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Operating Systems (OS) for Business Market Share Distribution
ProductMarket Share (%)
SUSE Linux Enterprise6.6%
Windows 102.8%
Other90.6%
Operating Systems (OS) for Business
 

Featured Reviews

Naveen Venugopal - PeerSpot reviewer
Efficient IT management with crucial automatic updates but needs developer-friendly configuration
Sometimes it is a bit of work for developers to change the configurations. Some kernels will not fit with some packages, and this aspect could be improved. Furthermore, the system's rigidity when updating packages and services needs improvement. Additionally, there should be more loosely bound functionalities to improve developer experience.
Deboprio Dutta - PeerSpot reviewer
Improved security features with gaming enhancements while supporting various features
I understand that Windows 11 supports quite a bit of additional features for people who are, for example, into high-end gaming and the features that support that kind of utility. It's not personally much of a thing for me, however, I've heard about differences between the two operating system versions. To the best of my knowledge, I think Windows 11 brings some AI features for Microsoft Copilot, which probably weren't as integrated into the previous version. There are the occasional bugs and issues that pop up, yet none are significant enough for me to consider a major update. Overall, it's a smooth experience.
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
13%
Manufacturing Company
11%
Financial Services Firm
9%
Government
7%
Computer Software Company
11%
Manufacturing Company
9%
University
8%
Financial Services Firm
8%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business8
Midsize Enterprise10
Large Enterprise18
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business125
Midsize Enterprise63
Large Enterprise119
 

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about SUSE Linux Enterprise?
The initial setup is simple and takes five minutes for deployment and if you have automation in place, it will take four minutes.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for SUSE Linux Enterprise?
I used the open-source version, so there were no setup costs.
What needs improvement with SUSE Linux Enterprise?
The software management side was a bit difficult, especially compared to Ubuntu. The software manager was different, making it challenging to install certain applications. Additionally, I encounter...
What needs improvement with Windows 10?
Performance and slowness are areas that could be improved in Windows 10. Sometimes the system experiences slowdowns. The only issue I face and can remember is related to performance.
What is your primary use case for Windows 10?
I use Windows 10 for regular office activities.
 

Also Known As

SUSE Linux Enterprise Server for SAP Applications 12 SP3
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Overview

 

Sample Customers

Air India, Akademicki Szpital Kliniczny (ASK), Allone, Altran, Apollo, ARCHIVA, Asia Innovatory Management School, ATLAS ELEKTRONIK GmbH, AutoData Norge AS, Baldor Electric, Business Connexion, CASIO, Ciclum Farma, Delta Lloyd, Edumate , HPE,  SAP SE,  Lenovo, BMW, T-Systems, UCX, Turners & Growers, Shenzhen Development Bank, Bosch Group, JK Tyres & Industries, IOCL, European Space Agency, Daimler AG, China Minsheng Banking Corp, Café Coffee Day, Unisys,  Petrochina Company Ltd, Fitch Ratings, ABeam Consulting Co Ltd, Tyro Payments, Rackspace, Pacific Textiles, ...
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