performance mode
[/pərˈfɔːrməns moʊd/]
nounpl: performance modes
modo de desempenho
1. A setting or operational state in a device, application, or system that prioritizes speed and efficiency, often at the expense of power consumption or other resources
The gaming laptop automatically switches to performance mode when running demanding games.
O laptop gamer muda automaticamente para modo de desempenho ao executar jogos exigentes.
2. In psychology and sports, a heightened mental and physical state where an individual operates at optimal capacity during competitive situations or high-pressure activities
The athlete entered performance mode during the championship match, focusing all mental energy on winning.
O atleta entrou em modo de desempenho durante a partida do campeonato, focando toda energia mental em vencer.
3. A software or hardware configuration designed to maximize output quality or speed in professional applications
Video editing software offers a performance mode that renders videos faster.
O software de edição de vídeo oferece um modo de desempenho que renderiza vídeos mais rapidamente.
In Brazil and the USA, 'performance mode' is primarily associated with technology (computers, gaming, smartphones) where it has become a standard term in product specifications and user interfaces. In sports psychology, particularly in competitive cultures of both countries, the phrase reflects the importance placed on peak performance during critical moments. The term is widely understood among tech-savvy populations and has become increasingly common in everyday usage with the proliferation of gaming and high-performance computing.
NYC Slang
turbo mode (used in tech communities)
Related Idioms & Phrases
in performance mode - operando em seu melhor desempenho
kick into performance mode - entrar em modo de desempenho
switch to performance mode - mudar para o modo de desempenho
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