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Opera GX High CPU Usage: How to Make It Drop
Disabling extensions and hardware acceleration might help
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Updated onJuly 3, 2024
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We suggestHelpSoft PC Cleanerto handle multiple CPU-related issues caused by too many chaotic processes that run on your Windows OS. Here’s how to do it:
If Opera GX uses 100% CPU, your PC becomes practically unusable. Browsers use pretty high CPU in their nature, but what’s too much is too much.
The good news is this thing is easy to fix, with just a few tweaks. So bear with us.
How do I fix Opera GX if the CPU is at 100%?
1. Close other programs
You may not be aware that you have other programs running in the background that are causing your CPU to spike.
To check for this, open the Task Manager, find the program that’s using a lot of CPU and close its window or End process and see if Opera GX stops consuming so much CPU. If not, close all other programs except Opera GX and see if that helps.
2. Update Opera GX
Getting stuck in the update-checking process? Click the button below to download the latest version directly from the official website.
Opera GX
3. Disable extensions
4. Disable hardware acceleration
For more information, don’t miss our guide onhow to turn off hardware acceleration in Opera GX.
How do I limit RAM and CPU in Opera GX?
Opera GX is a great browser but can be quite heavy on the system. To speed it up, you can limit the RAM and CPU usage. This way, your device will not be overloaded, and some app functions will work faster.
Follow the steps below to limit RAM and CPU in Opera GX:
Limiting RAM and CPU usage can be useful when you’re running heavy games or apps that require a lot of power. It is also an alternative way to save battery life by limiting the amount of RAM consumed by background processes.
You may also want to consider installing aRAM cleaner and optimizerthat automatically does the job for to avoid RAM errors in the future.
If you are still experiencing problems with the browser, feel free to check out our recommended list of thebest gaming browsersfor another alternative.
Did you know thatOpera GX has a hidden offline game? That’s right, and you can access it with a hidden URL.
Let us know if any of our solutions have been able to bring down the CPU usage in the comment section below.
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Claire Moraa
Windows Software Expert
Claire has a knack for solving problems and improving the quality of life for those around her. She’s driven by rationality, curiosity, and simplicity, and always eager to learn more about Microsoft’s products. With a background in teaching and reviewing, she breaks down complex topics into easily understandable articles, focusing mostly on Windows 11, errors, and software.
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Claire Moraa
Windows Software Expert
With a background in teaching and reviewing, she breaks down complex topics into easily understandable articles, focusing mostly on Windows 11 errors.
