The choice comes down to .
The SE edition is undeniably faster, but the margin shrinks on modern hardware (Ryzen 5000+ or Intel 12th gen+). On a $200 refurbished laptop, SE is a lifesaver.
Think of the standard edition as "Windows, but cleaned up." It is designed to be a familiar experience that doesn't break compatibility with your daily drivers.
You want the performance gains of a modded OS but don't want to sacrifice the "feel" of modern Windows. A Final Note on Safety