Checking if adding Linux boosts battery life on a low-power laptop is effective.
Checking if adding Linux boosts battery life on a low-power laptop is effective.
What operating system were you using? Default is Gnome, or KDE? I still believe it matters quite a bit. I remember it was noticeable in KDE 4.x, but that’s likely just a small part of how much KDE v5 has improved. On Windows, under battery power plan advanced settings, you can restrict both minimum and maximum CPU usage, which actually alters the processor speed. 0% sets it to the slowest allowed speed, while 100% gives the fastest allowed speed. Linux also offers CPU-frequency tools or governors that can provide similar adjustments. Phoronix has a detailed article explaining how different modes impact performance versus runtime.