Fast and powerful special edition web browser that's highly customizable, including special features for gamers.
From the makers of the popular niche web browser, Opera comes the fully customizable Opera GX browser that was especially designed for gamers.
The main options included with this web browser are integration with different gaming-related services like messengers, Twitch.tv and Discord. It includes features include reducing the amount of RAM and CPU usage the browser will eat up, very useful for gamers who wish to redirect those resources to their games instead.
Based off of the same browser that Google Chrome runs, Opera GX includes most of the features that mainstream browsers include but also increases the amount of customization that can be applied; this includes color schemes and browser extensions while maintaining integration with online services.
What stands out the most about the Opera GX browser is its contrasting themes. These themes go great with backlit keyboards and other devices one a gaming desktop or laptop PC; it looks great with a Philips Hue setup. One cool thing about this browser is that you can install different Chrome plugins such as that for Razer users which provides integration for Razer devices.
With Opera GX, you can also use the tools provided to limit memory usage, limit volume, kill tabs that have been open after starting a new one and access upcoming game releases from the built-in calendar.
All in all, Opera GX is an interesting web browser option for games and those with customized setups alike, with its great approach to gaming-oriented services and features.
Features of Opera GX
- Integrates with Facebook, Telegram, Twitch, WhatsApp and YouTube.
- GX Balance: Manage time spent online with alarms and timers.
- GX Care: Customize your browser with advanced settings.
- GX Clarity: Unobtrusive design with content blockers.
- GX Control: Limit CPU, RAM and Network usage for better gaming performance.
- GX Corner: Exclusive deals and offers from gaming partners.
- GX Design: Unique color themes and layouts for a personalized look.
- GX Echo: Send messages, videos and audio directly from browser.
- GX Gaming: Access gaming services with a single click.
- GX Network: Optimize your connection for gaming with QoS.
- GX Performance: Fast and secure browsing with built-in ad-blocker.
- GX Protect: Enhanced security with malicious site detection.
- GX Sounds: Immersive audio experience with Razer Chroma integration.
- GX Store: Access to hundreds of browser games and extensions.
- GX Tuner: Automatically reduce web page size for faster loading.
- GX Workspace: Organize your tabs with drag and drop.
Compatibility and License
Opera GX is provided under a freeware license on Windows from web browsers with no restrictions on usage. Download and installation of this PC software is free and 114.0.5282.202 is the latest version last time we checked.
What version of Windows can Opera GX run on?
Opera GX can be used on a computer running Windows 11 or Windows 10. Previous versions of the OS shouldn't be a problem with Windows 8 and Windows 7 having been tested. It comes in both 32-bit and 64-bit downloads.
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