Setting CPU Performance Mode in Windows

Last updated: April 28, 2026

Windows allows you to adjust how your computer balances performance and energy usage. This can be useful if you want to maximize performance for Motif. Typically this applies only to laptops.


Check Current Power Settings

  1. Open System Settings by typing Windows key + I

  2. Go to System -> Power & Battery -> Power Mode

  3. Here, you will see the currently active power mode when plugged in and when on battery.

  4. Update the options

    1. Plugged in -> Best Performance

    2. On battery -> Best Performance or Best Power Efficiency

It is recommend using Best Performance when plugged in. If you are planning to use Motif when on battery, it is recommend to use Best Performance for "On battery" as well.

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