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High CPU Usage In Minecraft: 7 Ways to Fix It

Explore these expert-recommended methods to resolve the issue

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Updated onNovember 1, 2024

updated onNovember 1, 2024

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Minecraftusing ahigh CPUis, unfortunately, a pretty common issue with the game. However, if you optimize your system properly, you can reduce its resource usage.

That’s exactly what we’ll show you how to do in the lines below. So just stick with us as we cover some effective tips to get your game running smoothly.

What can I do to fix Minecraft’s high CPU usage?

What can I do to fix Minecraft’s high CPU usage?

Before we start, make sure that:

1. Use the Task Manager

2. Check scheduled tasks

3. Disable browser plugins

4. Update drivers using Device Manager

5. Run your computer in a clean boot environment

6. Adjust your PC for the best performance

7. Use the Registry Editor

Why is Minecraft so CPU-heavy?

There are a few reasons why Minecraft might have been using high CPU resources, some of them are listed below:

So, these are methods that you can help toreduce CPU usagewhile running Minecraft on your computer. If you think we have missed something that worked for you to resolve the issue, feel free to let us know in the comments section below.

More about the topics:High CPU usage,Minecraft Issues

Loredana Harsana

Windows Software Expert

Loredana is a passionate writer with a keen interest in PC software and technology. She started off writing about mobile phones back when Samsung Galaxy S II was on top of the world and she fell in love with tech of all sorts.

Whenever she’s not at her work desk, you’ll find her enjoying refreshing tea flavors, spilling stories on paper, and listening to the radio.

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Loredana Harsana

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Loredana is a tech enthusiast who tackles mobility, privacy, and networking in easy-to follow guides for everyone.