“Not only viable but quite enjoyable”: I used Windows 11 with 8GB of RAM to see if it’s as bad as everyone says
A tech journalist tested Windows 11 running on just 8GB of RAM to evaluate whether the operating system performs acceptably at this lower specification. The test was prompted by Dell’s new XPS 13 laptop, which starts at $599 for students and $699 for the general market. The XPS 13 positions itself as an affordable-but-premium alternative to Apple’s MacBook Neo, targeting budget-conscious students and professionals seeking quality hardware at a lower price point. Testing revealed that Windows 11 with 8GB of RAM proved to be not only viable but quite enjoyable to use, contrary to common assumptions that the operating system struggles on lower-spec hardware. This finding challenges the narrative that Windows 11 demands high-end specifications to function effectively, suggesting that budget-friendly Windows laptops can provide a solid user experience even with modest RAM configurations.