Microsoft Edge, a browser built on Google Chrome’s engine, will receive a highly requested feature—an integrated RAM limiter.
This tool will allow users to set a maximum browser memory limit, helping optimize device performance with limited system resources.
How will the RAM limiter work in Edge
The RAM limiter feature will be available in Microsoft Edge 124, which is currently being tested. Users can access it via Settings > System and Performance and choose to set a fixed memory limit (in GB) or a percentage of their total RAM.
For example, on a device with 16GB of RAM, Edge can be limited to 25% (4GB). If the browser exceeds this limit, it will automatically:
- Prioritize closing inactive tabs
- Enable Efficiency Mode, which reduces resource usage by slowing background tabs
This discovery comes from Leo Varela, an expert in uncovering Edge’s latest features.
Browsers are often criticized for their excessive memory consumption, but this new tool could reduce RAM usage by up to 30% in intensive multitasking scenarios, all without significantly impacting browsing performance.
Key Benefits for Users
- Greater Control for Gamers & Professionals – Users running Photoshop, games, or resource-heavy applications can prevent RAM bottlenecks and improve system stability.
- Better Optimization for Older PCs – Ideal for devices with 8GB of RAM or less, where every megabyte counts.
- Real-Time Transparency – Edge’s Task Manager (Shift + Esc) will display live memory usage, ensuring users stay informed about resource consumption.
This RAM limiter is a welcome addition, giving users more control over memory usage. However, the next step for the Microsoft Edge team should be to optimize the browser further, making it as lightweight and efficient as it was at launch.
