Google has officially released Chrome 131, bringing significant performance improvements and enhanced security features to the world’s most popular web browser. The update is now rolling out to users across all platforms including Windows, macOS, Linux, and mobile devices.
According to Google’s benchmarks, Chrome 131 is up to 25% faster at loading complex web applications compared to its predecessor. The performance gains come from a new rendering engine optimization and improved JavaScript execution.
What’s New in Chrome 131:
- Enhanced memory management reducing RAM usage by up to 30%
- Improved tab freezing technology for better battery life on laptops
- New security sandbox that isolates potentially dangerous websites
- Built-in protection against zero-day vulnerabilities
- Enhanced password manager with biometric authentication
- Better support for progressive web applications (PWAs)
Web developers will also benefit from new APIs and debugging tools that make it easier to build modern web applications. The update includes support for the latest web standards and improved WebGPU performance for graphics-intensive applications.
