How to Set Power to Best Performance on Windows 10 and 11

Learn how to set your Windows device to Best Performance mode via Settings or taskbar for optimal power and speed.

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To set your device to Best Performance: Go to Settings > System > Power & sleep > Additional power settings. Choose the High performance plan. For Windows 10/11, you can also click the battery icon in the taskbar and drag the slider to Best performance.

FAQs & Answers

  1. How do I enable the High Performance power plan on Windows? Go to Settings > System > Power & sleep > Additional power settings, then select the High Performance plan.
  2. Can I set Best Performance mode directly from the taskbar in Windows 10/11? Yes, click the battery icon in the taskbar and drag the slider to Best Performance to adjust your power settings quickly.
  3. Does setting my PC to Best Performance affect battery life? Yes, using Best Performance mode typically consumes more battery power as it maximizes CPU and hardware usage for peak performance.