Fix Windows Host Process using too much CPU

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Updated onOctober 4, 2023

updated onOctober 4, 2023

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How can I fix Windows Host Process high CPU usage?

It seems that more and more users are having issues with their Surface Pro 3 devices running variousWindows 10OS versions. One of the main issues is the host process for the “Synchronization” setting. In most of the cases, it uses around 25 % or 30 % of theCPUon the Surface Pro 3 device. Following the instructions below, you will most certainly get your host process for setting synchronization fixed inWindows 10so you don’t have to worry about thehigh CPU usageof the device.Most ofWindows 10users have tried turning off the Synchronization feature in the system. Unfortunately, this is only a temporary solution because it will pop up again after just a couple of minutes. In the tutorial below, we will implement a script that will check for the Synchronization feature inside your system and every time it pops up this script will shut it down. Note that this is only a temporary solution but is the only one we have until Microsoft updatesWindows 10system and prevent this from happening again.

SOLVED: Host process causes high CPU usage in Windows 10

1. Run a PowerShell script

2. Install a software to fix high CPU usage

If the problem persists, you can also install a dedicated software to fix highCPUproblems. We already compiled alist of the best toolsto use in order to fix highCPUusage issues. Read the description of each tool and download the one that suits your needs.

3. Clean boot your computer

Using this method, you’ll boot up your computer using only a minimum set of programs anddrivers.

4. Scan your computer for malware/virus infections

HighCPUusage may also be triggered by malware or virus infections. You can run a full system antivirus scan using Windows 10’s built-in antivirus software or athird-party antivirus solution.

This is all you have to do in order to fix yourCPUhigh usage for the Surface Pro 3 device running theWindows 10operating system. We will get back to you as soon as Microsoft has released an update that will solve this issue. You can write us in the comments section below, if you have any further questions. We will help you as soon as possible.

Fix Windows Host Process using too much CPU#

How can I fix Windows Host Process high CPU usage?#

SOLVED: Host process causes high CPU usage in Windows 10#

1. Run a PowerShell script#

2. Install a software to fix high CPU usage#

3. Clean boot your computer#

4. Scan your computer for malware/virus infections#