Microsoft Edge now offers a built-in RAM control feature, empowering users to manage the browser’s memory consumption and potentially boost performance, particularly during gaming. This feature, available in the stable release, is accessible through the browser’s performance settings, as initially reported by Windows Latest.
Fine-Tuning Edge’s Memory Footprint
Within Edge’s resource control panel, a slider allows users to define the RAM limit, ranging from a minimum of 1GB up to a maximum of 31GB. This cap can be configured to apply specifically during gaming sessions or consistently across all browsing activity. The adjustable slider provides real-time feedback, displaying “no set limit” when positioned at the maximum and indicating the current limit at any other point. While the impact on gaming performance might be subtle, any optimization can contribute to a smoother experience.
Finding the Optimal RAM Limit
Users are advised against setting excessively low RAM limits, particularly 1GB, especially when managing multiple open tabs. Such restrictions can lead to performance degradation and browsing instability. Experimentation with different limits is recommended to determine the optimal balance for individual system configurations and usage patterns.
Edge vs. Chrome: Memory Management
While Google Chrome offers performance-enhancing features like performance alerts and Memory Saver, these lack the granular control provided by Edge’s RAM cap. This level of customization empowers users to fine-tune their browsing experience and potentially maximize system resources. Combined with the newly introduced “Live Capture” tool, which enables a customizable picture-in-picture mode through a screenshot-like function, Edge continues to introduce compelling features that might sway users from other browsers.
