While tempting, this build is NOT for:
| Test | Stock Windows 10 Pro | KernelOS10 22H2 AiOv1.2 (Gaming) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Boot to desktop (cold) | 27 seconds | 13 seconds | | RAM usage (idle) | 2.4 GB | 810 MB | | Cinebench R23 (Multi) | 2380 pts | 2415 pts (margin of error) | | 3DMark Time Spy | 1245 | 1252 | | Windows Folder Size | 23 GB | 9.7 GB | | App launch (Chrome) | 1.8 sec | 0.9 sec | KernelOS10 22H2 AiOv1.2.iso
The official releases are typically posted on: While tempting, this build is NOT for: |
The standard Windows 10 installation comes with over 100 pre-installed apps (Candy Crush, Xbox Live, Skype Ads), continuous background telemetry sending data to Microsoft, and services like Windows Defender that, while secure, can consume significant RAM and CPU resources on older hardware. and services like Windows Defender that
If you decide to switch back to a standard version, you will likely need to perform a clean installation using a tool like Rufus to create a new bootable drive with an official Microsoft ISO.