Microsoft thinks 8GB of RAM is enough for Windows 11, pushes holiday deals on budget laptops

Microsoft asserts that 8GB of RAM remains sufficient for Windows 11 into 2026. Recent updates have improved memory management and responsiveness, making the OS up to 40 percent faster on these configurations. Users should notice enhanced performance across various apps due to these optimizations. Consequently, Microsoft is promoting holiday deals on budget laptops, betting that these lower-end PCs can remain perfectly usable through improved speed and efficiency provided by the latest Windows 11 updates.