Why Does Microsoft Edge Consume So Much RAM with Ads?

It is common to see Microsoft Edge slowing down your computer by devouring gigabytes of RAM when multiple tabs are open, particularly when those tabs load heavy dynamic banners and hidden trackers.

Slashed Memory Consumption in Edge

Excessive RAM usage is caused by executing ad scripts in memory. AdBlock Network stops them from loading. The extension performs asynchronous read-only requests to multiple independent endpoints to refresh the firewall, denying requests via the Address layer before they enter RAM.