Especially, if you're a device without top-tier specs – like the lightweight Surface Go 2, which was able to handle dozens of tabs open simultaneously in Edge without breaking a sweat.īut Microsoft Edge's advantages aren't only limited to boosting battery life and reducing groin-based injuries from overheating laptops – although, surely that would be enough? – it also boasts better in-built privacy options. While macOS users won't see the same battery life as when using Apple's own Safari browser – it's not far off.Īnd it's a similar story on Windows 10. In a matter of minutes, Google Chrome can reduce the battery life of a MacBook from eight-hours down to barely enough time to make it through a Hollywood blockbuster. This seems especially true with Apple hardware. Despite using the same underlying code, Microsoft Edge isn't as taxing on your PC. Using Google Chrome on a laptop will often result in your machine baking your crotch as the fans battle with the browser.
but it's a real hog when it comes to battery life and RAM. Chrome is a lightning-fast, incredibly stable browser that is supported by every website or online web app available. Unlike Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge is much, much kinder on your system.