PCMark finds that the new Microsoft Edge performs 10 percent better than the old Edge
The new Microsoft Edge isn’t just more compatible with extensions, according to PCMark, it performs better than the old Edge for everyday browsing.
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What you need to know
The new Microsoft Edge came out last month, bringing compatibility with Chrome extensions and many other features to Microsoft’s browser. Now, in addition to having new features, PCMark says that the new Edge performs better as well. According to the PCMark 10 benchmarks, the new Edge performs at least 10 percent better than the old Edge.
PCMark 10 focuses on real-world usage, including watching videos, browsing web pages, shopping online, and viewing maps. This is to simulate a realistic browsing experience, rather than checking a simple situation like just watching videos.
PCMark10 can test the performance of the new Microsoft Edge thanks to its recent update to v2.1.2165. Here’s the complete changelog for the update:
The new Microsoft Edge came out last month for Windows and macOS. It’s earned positive reviews around the web, including fromusand ourfriends at iMore.
With its recent release on Windows and macOS, a version of Microsoft Edge is now available on Windows 10, Windows 8, Windows 7, macOS, iOS and Android.
Microsoft’s new version of Edge is a complete rebuild with new features, better performance, and cross-platform support.
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Sean Endicott is a tech journalist at Windows Central, specializing in Windows, Microsoft software, AI, and PCs. He’s covered major launches, from Windows 10 and 11 to the rise of AI tools like ChatGPT. Sean’s journey began with the Lumia 740, leading to strong ties with app developers. Outside writing, he coaches American football, utilizing Microsoft services to manage his team. He studied broadcast journalism at Nottingham Trent University and is active on X @SeanEndicott_ and Threads @sean_endicott_.
