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chrome performance
About this tag
Discussions about Chrome performance on Windows often focus on how Windows 11's Efficiency mode can throttle Chrome, making it feel slower than browsers like Edge. Users share troubleshooting steps such as adjusting Efficiency mode settings in Task Manager, disabling hardware acceleration, clearing cache, and managing extensions. Common themes include comparing Chrome's resource usage to other browsers, optimizing startup behavior, and addressing lag caused by background processes. The tag covers practical tips for improving Chrome's speed and responsiveness on Windows systems.
If Google Chrome on your Windows 11 laptop suddenly feels like it’s running through molasses while Microsoft Edge flies, the culprit is often not Chrome itself but Windows’ new “Efficiency mode” and how it interacts with modern Chromium-based browsers.
Background
Windows 11 introduced a new...