High CPU and GPU activity during idle mode in Windows 11
High CPU and GPU activity during idle mode in Windows 11
Hi
My system enters high utilization even when idle. Only Firefox (or Brave) is running, no games or apps. Still, opening a browser triggers multiple other processes. GPU and CPU usage spikes dramatically or fluctuates between 100% and 1%. Usage remains high after closing the browser. I updated the GPU driver and turned off any unnecessary startup programs.
(Works with my onboard GPU too.)
Any suggestions?
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I updated the GPU driver and turned off any unnecessary startup applications.
Could you explain the process in more detail?
You might also want to run Malwarebytes to check for any hidden threats.
Have you verified for any malicious software?
(This process doesn't interact with my onboard GPU.)
Use DDU
https://www.guru3d.com/download/display-...-download/
To completely remove outdated drivers prior to installing the latest versions.