McAfee has been awarded both the ‘Real-World Protection Gold Award’ and the ‘Best Overall Speed Gold Award’ by AV-Comparatives, recognizing its exceptional malware protection that enhances PC performance.

In the 2024 Real-World Protection tests, McAfee ranked among six vendors to achieve top results while demonstrating the lowest impact on PC performance. The findings suggest that McAfee's software can replace the standard operating system protection to enhance overall system efficiency.

This recognition is increasingly relevant as cyber threats continue to evolve in sophistication. AV-Comparatives rigorously evaluates consumer security products for their protective capabilities and impact on system performance.

• McAfee’s performance in the Real-World Protection Test confirms its ability to deliver robust malware defenses in everyday online situations with minimal false alarms, ensuring users remain protected without confusion.

• Its leading position in the PC Performance Test demonstrates the effectiveness of its security solutions without compromising system speed, aligning with the company’s focus on consumer needs.

Steve Grobman, Chief Technology Officer at McAfee, remarked on the significance of the awards, stating, “AV-Comparatives’ trusted analysis validates our success in developing technology that protects people while improving device performance.” He emphasized McAfee's commitment to evolving its protection solutions in sync with the changing threat landscape.

Consumers interested in securing their online experiences can download a free trial of McAfee Total Protection, which includes the award-winning anti-malware features alongside various security tools.

McAfee continues to innovate its AI-driven anti-malware technology, included in its various products such as McAfee Total Protection and McAfee+ Premium.

For additional information on McAfee’s accolades from AV-Comparatives, users are directed to their official summary report.