The new WhatsApp desktop app is officially rolling out in Pakistan as part of Meta’s global update — but it comes with a major technical shift.
Instead of the old native app, the new version is now web-based, built using Microsoft’s WebView2 technology.
That means a smoother interface and new features, but also heavier performance requirements.
💻 A Quick Review: What’s New
Here’s what’s changed in the new desktop version of WhatsApp for Windows:
✅ Pros:
- Smoother performance: The interface feels more fluid and polished compared to the old, laggy app.
- Modern design: WhatsApp has redesigned the interface with a cleaner, more modern layout that looks great on Windows 10 and 11.
- Feature parity with mobile: You can now access WhatsApp Channels, Communities, and improved Status integration directly from your PC.
- Unified updates: Meta says the switch to a web-based framework will allow for faster updates across platforms.
⚠️ Cons:
- Heavier on RAM: The new app can use up to 2GB of RAM, especially when running multiple chats or video calls.
- Less “Windows-native” feel: Some Windows 11 features — like notification styling — don’t match perfectly anymore.
- Performance dips on older PCs: Because it’s a web-wrapped app, performance can occasionally stutter on low-spec systems.
🔽 How to Get the New WhatsApp Desktop App
The new version is rolling out gradually. You can get it in two ways:
- From the official WhatsApp website (whatsapp.com/download)
- From the Microsoft Store (for Windows 10 and 11 users)
💬 Final Verdict
The new WhatsApp desktop app feels modern, more powerful, and feature-rich, but it’s also more demanding on your computer.
It’s a clear step toward unifying WhatsApp’s ecosystem across mobile, web, and desktop — though users with older PCs might want to keep an eye on memory usage.
In short:
Better features, smoother UI, higher RAM tax.
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💻 WhatsApp’s new desktop app is here in Pakistan!
It’s smoother, prettier — and built on a brand-new web engine.
🚀 New features: Channels, Communities & better sync
⚠️ Downside: Heavier on RAM
👉 Download now from WhatsApp’s website or Microsoft Store!
