Quick decision
I have a gaming PC and don't want AV killing performance
You've seen antivirus crater frame rates during matches, trigger scans mid-session, or add latency during background activity. You want real protection that knows when to get out of the way.
ESET. Gaming mode automatically pauses scans when a full-screen application is running. Lowest consistent resource footprint in independent tests. Granular exclusion control for game directories and launchers.
ESETFits if performance is the constraint. Gaming mode is automatic — no manual toggle needed. Exclusion control lets you whitelist launchers and directories without disabling protection entirely.
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BitdefenderMakes more sense if detection rates matter more than absolute minimum overhead — Bitdefender's Game Mode exists but ESET's performance footprint is measurably lower.
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