Performance
High CPU Usage on Windows: Fast Troubleshooting
Lower CPU spikes by identifying heavy processes, startup apps, and background services.
If your computer feels slow and fan noise is high, CPU usage may be stuck near 100%.
- Open Task Manager and sort by CPU.
- Close unnecessary high-usage apps.
- Disable non-essential startup apps.
- Update Windows and device drivers.
- Run a malware scan.
If one process always spikes CPU, reinstall or replace that app.