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Windows 11 is now ‘up to 40 percent faster’ on PCs with 8GB of RAM

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Briefings

Microsoft released an update on November 3, 2026, claiming Windows 11 is up to 40 percent faster on PCs with 8GB of RAM. The company attributes this to improved memory management and compression techniques, stating that multitasking is up to 40 percent faster in lab tests. The update aims to make Windows more responsive on systems with limited hardware, though specific implementation details remain unverified.

Key points

• Windows 11 is reported to be up to 40 percent faster on PCs with 8GB of RAM following a November 2026 update.
• The company attributes performance gains to memory compression techniques that allow the system to utilize up to 2GB of RAM more efficiently.

Context

Microsoft announced these improvements in November 2026, following a previous claim of better responsiveness on 8GB systems. The update targets users with limited hardware, though specific implementation details remain unverified.

Limitations

The evidence is limited to a single lab test and a single source statement from Windows chief Pavan Davuluri. The specific impact on real-world user performance is not confirmed, and the source does not provide additional context or background.

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