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Ariannawol
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Sep 19, 2024
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What is the Efficiency and Suspended mean under status menu?

  • If the GPU is enabled it's going to eat the battery quickly, you should switch over the iGPU to save power.

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  • Milasdvn's avatar
    Milasdvn
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    This indicates how effectively a process is utilizing the CPU resources. A highly efficient process uses fewer CPU cycles to accomplish its tasks, which can lead to better overall system performance, especially when multiple applications are running.
  • xartin's avatar
    xartin
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    A high efficiency value indicates that the GPU is performing well without wasting resources, while low efficiency might suggest it is underperforming or consuming too much power for the output it's providing.
  • Linasswor's avatar
    Linasswor
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    This typically refers to how well an application or process is using system resources, like CPU and memory, to perform its tasks without consuming unnecessary power or resources. In some contexts, such as when referring to apps on Windows 11 that support the new performance improvements, "Efficiency" could mean that the app is designed to run in a way that minimizes its impact on system performance and battery life, especially on laptops and tablets. An app marked as "Efficient" is generally good at conserving resources and should provide a smoother experience overall.
  • Harrazob's avatar
    Harrazob
    Copper Contributor
    In some contexts, it could refer to specific efficiency metrics that applications or tools report, indicating that processes are running without unnecessary strain on system resources. If you see high efficiency in a process, it generally means it's a well-functioning application that isn't hogging resources.
  • Nobel_Baynes's avatar
    Nobel_Baynes
    Steel Contributor
    If the GPU is enabled it's going to eat the battery quickly, you should switch over the iGPU to save power.
  • Darcry's avatar
    Darcry
    Copper Contributor
    This suggests that there may be unnecessary files or folders taking up space in your OneDrive storage, which could be cleaned up to free up disk space.
  • Adouert's avatar
    Adouert
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    Make sure your computer is connected to a stable internet connection.
    Ensure that your computer meets the system requirements for the latest version of Windows.
    Consider creating a system restore point before attempting any troubleshooting steps.

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