After weeks of experimentation with different hardware and tweaking system settings, we were able to go from hitting the power button to opening the Windows desktop in just 4.93 seconds. Below, we’ll show you how we achieved this time while giving tips on how to make your PC boot faster.

Why does Windows 10 take so long to boot?

Many users reported slow boot problems in Windows 10, and according to users, this issue is caused by corrupted Windows Update file. To fix this problem, you just need to download Windows Update Troubleshooter. This is an official tool from Microsoft, so be sure to download it.

How long should Windows take to boot?

FWIW, most Motherboards take 10-15 seconds just to POST and even begin to load the OS. If you enable fast boot, disable boot splash screens, you may shave a few seconds off it. But 22 seconds is both fast and normal.