Performance Optimization in CSS
From the CSS Animations cheat sheet · Advanced Animations · verified Jul 2026
Performance Optimization
Optimize animations for smooth 60fps performance
css
/* Optimize with transform and opacity */
.element {
transform: translateX(100px); /* GPU accelerated */
opacity: 0.5; /* GPU accelerated */
}
/* Use will-change */
.element {
will-change: transform, opacity;
}
/* Force hardware acceleration */
.element {
transform: translateZ(0); /* or translate3d(0,0,0) */
}💡 Animate transform and opacity for best performance
⚡ Use will-change sparingly for GPU acceleration
📌 Avoid animating layout properties (width, height)
⚠️ Too many animations can cause jank