Microsoft has enabled Edge Efficiency mode and this new feature will help optimise the browser’s efficiency with regard to battery performance and reducing system resources.
It’s a common issue with all browsers and some are better than others in reducing drain on the laptop battery and crucial system resources but also its important to strike a balance as otherwise some web sites may work actually slower (or not at all).
Windowsreport.com has a great article on enabling Microsoft Edge efficiency mode so its worth a read regardless if you have a laptop or desktop PC.