Huawei’s HarmonyOS PC outperforms both Windows and macOS with a faster boot-up speed.

Following its success on smartphones, Huawei has unveiled HarmonyOS PC its first desktop‑focused operating system with boot times that eclipse both Windows and macOS, alongside noticeably smoother performance.

What Is Boot Time?
Boot time, or startup speed, measures how quickly a device whether a laptop, tablet, or smartphone powers on and loads its operating system after being switched on or rebooted.

Lightning‑Fast Startup
HarmonyOS PC reportedly boots in under a second, a dramatic improvement over the typical one‑ to two‑minute wait on Windows and macOS machines. You can dive straight into your work the moment you press the power button, boosting productivity and even conserving battery life by minimizing idle startup periods.

Ultra‑Smooth Operation
Beyond rapid boots, HarmonyOS PC delivers a fluid user experience. App launches, task switching, and touch or pointer inputs all feel more immediate and responsive than on competing platforms. In head‑to‑head tests, Huawei’s desktop OS has outperformed its rivals in both startup speed and overall smoothness.

These improvements stem from HarmonyOS PC’s streamlined storage architecture: it does away with traditional C and D drives, relying solely on local and cloud storage for a lighter, more user‑friendly system.

Under the hood, HarmonyOS PC automatically optimizes system content and regularly clears residual files, eliminating the need for third‑party cleanup or acceleration utilities. Its file manager, reminiscent of Android tablet layouts, offers intuitive navigation and speedy access to both local and cloud‑stored data.

Moreover, HarmonyOS PC employs the EROFS high‑performance read‑only compressed file system. This advanced format boosts random read speeds by up to 300% and frees up an additional 1.6 GB of disk space compared to traditional EXT4 setups.