{
  "id": 12430979,
  "title": "Windows 11 update reduces RAM usage",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/06/windows-11-update-reduces-ram-usage",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-10-06T17:30:22.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Mashable",
    "slug": "mashable",
    "url": "https://mashable.com/tech/windows-11-26h2-update-ram-perfomance-upgrade"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The latest Windows 11 26H2 update has been generating buzz among users for an unexpected perk: reduced RAM usage. While Microsoft didn't explicitly highlight this benefit in their announcement, many Windows 11 26H2 users have noticed a significant drop in their computer's memory consumption.\n\nAccording to reports, a three-year-old 16GB laptop saw its RAM usage reduced by an impressive 2GB after the update, while some Reddit users have even reported a reduction of up to 3GB. This improvement isn't just noticeable when the system is idle; it translates to enhanced performance when running applications due to more efficient RAM management.\n\nOne potential reason behind this RAM reduction is a Windows feature called Low Latency Profile. This feature prioritizes responsiveness by forcing a CPU to complete tasks as quickly as possible rather than maintaining a steady processing speed. By doing so, the processor can transition to an idle state more swiftly, freeing up RAM and improving overall system performance.\n\nWhile the exact cause of the reported RAM reductions has not been confirmed, it aligns with Microsoft's earlier statement about memory optimization and performance improvements in the Windows 11 26H2 update. Users seem to be reaping the benefits of these enhancements, though it's worth noting that Microsoft hasn't explicitly announced a RAM reduction with this update. It's possible that even more improvements are in the pipeline.",
  "summary": "It appears that Microsoft has greatly improved Windows 11 performance with the 26H2 update.",
  "key_points": [
    "Windows 11 26H2 update reduces RAM usage by up to 3GB.",
    "Low Latency Profile feature likely causes RAM reduction.",
    "Update aligns with Microsoft's memory optimization statement."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Dev.to",
        "title": "How to Fix Windows Update Error 0x800f081f on Windows 10 and Windows 11",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/06/how-to-fix-windows-update-error-0x800f081f-on-windows-10-and-windows",
        "published": "2026-10-06T20:34:09.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}