Windows 11 is such a memory hog that I've had to resort to RAM optimizers — but can Microsoft turn things around with project K2?
Windows 11 has been criticized for high memory consumption, prompting users to rely on third-party RAM optimizers to improve performance. Microsoft is reportedly working on a project called K2 to address bloatware, excessive AI resource usage, and improve gaming performance. The initiative aims to make Windows 11 more efficient and competitive with operating systems like Valve's SteamOS.
- ▪Windows 11 is consuming more RAM than necessary, affecting system performance for many users.
- ▪Third-party tools like the Windows RAM & Performance Optimizer on GitHub help reduce memory usage by terminating bloatware and background processes.
- ▪Microsoft's project K2 aims to reduce OS bloat, optimize AI features, and improve gaming performance to rival SteamOS.
- ▪Users have reported up to 6GB reduction in RAM usage after using optimization scripts.
- ▪Affordable RAM upgrades are scarce, exacerbating the impact of Windows 11's memory inefficiencies.
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Computing Software Windows Windows 11 is such a memory hog that I've had to resort to RAM optimizers — but can Microsoft turn things around with project K2? Features By Isaiah Williams published 3 May 2026 Makes me dream of buying a new RAM kit... When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Shutterstock / Antonio Guillem / HyperX) Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Microsoft has a tough task ahead to optimize Windows 11, with the reported project 'K2' described as an effort to effectively eliminate the issues of bloatware, excessive AI usage, and…
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