Close Unused Apps to Free Up RAM The easiest way to free up RAM on Windows 11 is to close unwanted apps. All the running apps consume your RAM, leaving less RAM available for other programs.

This may make you wonder exactly how much RAM you need to use Windows 11 without experiencing any major lag or stutter in its performance. Unfortunately, that is one of those "it depends" answers.

You just bought the new Pixel 10, and you're excited about its 12GB of RAM. That's more than enough memory for a smooth, multitasking experience. But ...