The new RAM caused damage to your PC.
The new RAM caused damage to your PC.
I also observed a significant jump in CPU usage when the system is idle or running minimal tasks. Previously, it stayed near 10% or lower during idle time, but now it’s consistently around 50%. This likely explains why my computers feel much slower than expected.
It seems there might be an issue with your operating system, especially if performance remains sluggish.
Using your boot sequence might have led to some file issues. Run Chkdsk /f/r as an administrator and wait for it to finish. Once done, open Command Prompt with admin rights and type sfc /scannow. Check your RAM settings—are they at 2933 MHz? Confirm if timings are auto or set via XMP. Also verify the voltage specifications for your RAM. Consider updating all drivers as well.