Microsoft proudly announced a major speed milestone for its Edge browser, achieving a First Contentful Paint (FCP) time below 300 milliseconds. FCP refers to how quickly a browser begins rendering visible content on a webpage — and hitting under 300 ms means that users see content almost instantly after navigating to a site.
Microsoft explains that loading times over 300 to 400 milliseconds can noticeably degrade the browsing experience, so reaching this threshold is a big step forward in performance. It’s important to note that FCP only measures the start of content rendering, not the full page load time, which can take longer depending on the site.
Beyond this milestone, Microsoft also reports an average 40 percent improvement in load times across 13 key Edge features, including settings, reading aloud, split screen, and workspaces. These optimizations promise a snappier, more responsive browsing experience for users. A demonstration video showcasing these improvements was also released.
