Check if your CPU is damaged.
Check if your CPU is damaged.
Minecraft's RAM consumption can spike, leading to CPU activity as it handles data. Usage over 85-90% often signals low memory, with the pagefile taking over and pushing performance past full capacity.
Thanks to everyone, at least I’m aware I’m dealing with a slow CPU.
I didn't mean it was bad—it's more than enough to enjoy Minecraft. I run it smoothly on my i5 6600 CPU, which matches your current specs. The issue might be the amount of RAM you have.