degrade device performance

[dɪˈɡreɪd dɪˈvaɪs pərˈfɔːrməns]
verb phrase
degradar o desempenho do dispositivo
1. to reduce the speed, efficiency, or functionality of a device or system
Running too many applications simultaneously can degrade device performance.
Executar muitos aplicativos simultaneamente pode degradar o desempenho do dispositivo.
2. to cause a decline in the operational quality or capability of hardware or software
Malware can degrade device performance by consuming system resources.
Malware pode degradar o desempenho do dispositivo ao consumir recursos do sistema.
This is primarily technical terminology used in IT, software development, and consumer tech contexts in both Brazil and the USA. It's common in tech support, user manuals, and digital discussions about device optimization. The phrase reflects the growing importance of device efficiency in contemporary technology-dependent societies.
NYC Slang
slow down your device / make your device lag
Synonyms / Sinônimos
slow down devicereduce performanceimpair device functiondiminish speedcompromise efficiency
Antonyms / Antônimos
improve device performanceenhance efficiencyoptimize system speedboost functionality

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
degradar o desempenho do dispositivo
standard technical terminology used in tech support and documentation
São Paulo
piorar o desempenho do aparelho
more colloquial alternative in informal tech contexts
Rio de Janeiro
prejudicar a performance do dispositivo
common in informal tech communities and forums
Portugal
degradar o desempenho do dispositivo
identical to Brazilian Portuguese; formal technical term

Related Words

lagbottlenecksystem resourcesoptimizationmalwarecacheRAM usageCPU usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

drain the battery
hog the resources
choke the system
bottleneck the processor
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