Microsoft appears to be responding to user concerns regarding the performance of Windows 11, particularly its responsiveness. In a move that underscores its commitment to enhancing user experience, the tech giant has rolled out new telemetry features aimed at monitoring system sluggishness in the latest preview builds of the operating system.
Enhanced Telemetry for Performance Monitoring
According to a recent blog post, Microsoft has integrated advanced telemetry into both the development and beta versions of Windows 11. This new functionality is designed to automatically detect performance hiccups, logging them in the %systemRoot%TempDiagOutputDirWhesvc folder. These logs will play a crucial role in the Feedback Hub, allowing users to submit feedback related to slowness and other performance issues directly through the app.
The introduction of this telemetry feature is expected to facilitate a more efficient identification of performance-related problems, enabling Microsoft to deliver timely updates that enhance the overall performance of Windows 11. The upcoming Windows 11 25H2 is also set to include this feature, promising a more responsive user experience.
In addition to the telemetry improvements, Windows 11 boasts a revamped resource management system that prioritizes foreground functions, aiming to make the operating system feel snappier than its predecessor, Windows 10. However, user feedback on various forums indicates that many are still experiencing performance challenges, ranging from gaming-related issues to general sluggishness in the user interface.
Compounding these concerns is Microsoft’s recent claim that Windows 11 is more than twice as fast as Windows 10. This assertion has drawn scrutiny, particularly as it was based on comparisons using different hardware configurations. The company utilized the Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark to test Windows 10 PCs equipped with Intel’s 6th to 10th Gen Core i-series processors against newer Windows 11 systems running on the 12th and 13th Gen Core i-series processors.
As Microsoft continues to refine Windows 11, the integration of performance telemetry represents a significant step towards addressing user feedback and enhancing the overall functionality of the operating system.
