Microsoft admits its Windows 11 apps hog RAM. A fix is coming
News Microsoft admits its Windows 11 apps hog RAM. A fix is coming Microsoft says native Windows 11 apps use too much RAM and plans a WinUI 3 overhaul to fix it before revamping various UI elements. Native Windows 11 apps use a lot of RAM, and that slows down Windows 11 computers.
- ▪News Microsoft admits its Windows 11 apps hog RAM.
- ▪A fix is coming Microsoft says native Windows 11 apps use too much RAM and plans a WinUI 3 overhaul to fix it before revamping various UI elements.
- ▪Native Windows 11 apps use a lot of RAM, and that slows down Windows 11 computers.
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News Microsoft admits its Windows 11 apps hog RAM. A fix is coming Microsoft says native Windows 11 apps use too much RAM and plans a WinUI 3 overhaul to fix it before revamping various UI elements. By Hans-Christian Dirscherl Managing Editor, PC-WELT Jul 27, 2026 6:04 am PDT Image: Alex Photo Stock/Shutterstock.com Summary created by Smart Answers AIIn summary:Microsoft has acknowledged that Windows 11 apps consume excessive RAM and announced plans to optimize memory usage through WinUI 3 framework improvements.PCWorld reports that Chris Anderson from Microsoft’s Windows UI team confirmed ongoing internal testing focused on reducing memory consumption and enhancing performance.The upcoming changes will particularly benefit users with low-spec PCs, making Windows 11 run smoother with…
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