Windows 11 update lowers idle RAM use and speeds app launches
The latest Windows 11 26H2 update wasn't hyped, but users are noticing a big drop in idle RAM use—with some reporting 2–3 GB less memory consumed when the system's not busy. Tests found a laptop with 16 GB of RAM now idles at 7 GB instead of 10 GB. The update also rolls out a Low Latency Profile to more apps, making launches up to 70% faster on some hardware.
- Users see 2–3 GB drop in idle RAM use
- Low Latency Profile now covers most applications
- App launches up to 70% faster in some cases
- Reddit and Windows Latest confirm the findings
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