RAM prices soar, but popular Windows 11 apps are using more RAM due to Electron, Web components

RAM prices are rising as popular Windows 11 apps like Discord, Teams, and WhatsApp are consuming more RAM due to their use of Electron and Web components. These apps, essential for communication, are causing performance issues and high RAM usage, exacerbated by the current expensive RAM upgrades. Discord, for example, uses up to 4GB of RAM due to its Electron-based design. Similarly, WhatsApp's transition to a web wrapper has led to increased RAM usage and performance issues. The trend of using web apps over native apps on Windows is contributing to the high RAM consumption, with companies opting for cost-effective development solutions despite potential performance drawbacks.