Installing (version 23H2, build 22631.4169) is a popular way to run Windows on older or lower-end hardware by removing non-essential background processes and "bloatware". Important Warning
| Test | Stock Win11 23H2 | Win11 Pro Lite | Improvement | |------|----------------|----------------|--------------| | Boot to desktop (cold) | 22 sec | 11 sec | | | Chrome launch (first time) | 3.4 sec | 1.8 sec | 47% | | Photoshop 2024 open | 9 sec | 5 sec | 44% | | Cinebench R23 (multi) | 2440 pts | 2630 pts | 7.8% (less background) | | Battery life (YouTube 1080p) | 3h 50m | 5h 10m | 35% improvement | windows 11 pro lite 23h2 build 226314169 x64 install
Many Lite versions disable Defender to save CPU cycles (ensure you have an alternative or practice safe browsing). Windows 11 Pro Lite Installing (version 23H2, build 22631
17 Feb 2025 — and hit activate. now you don't have to deal with that stupid watermark that come with running an unactivated copy of Windows. 10. YouTube·CyberCPU Tech 50% | Test | Stock Win11 23H2 |