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RAM Spiking at 99%: Causes & How to Fix
Ending multiple running programs is very effective
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
updated onOctober 4, 2023
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A few of our readers have complained of the RAM spiking at as much as 99%. This often leads to reduced performance and harms the computer’s health.
We have investigated this issue, and in this guide, we come out with some probable causes and our top recommended practical solutions.
Why is my RAM spiking at 99%?
From research, we discovered this could be because of any of the following reasons:
Is it bad for RAM to be at 100%?
When your computer’s memory usage reaches nearly 100%, it can significantly slow down its performance. At this point, your computer will perform a memory swap using the hard disk as temporary storage.
What do I do if my RAM spiking to 99%?
There are a few workarounds we recommend before any major troubleshooting:
However, if none of these pre-solutions work, proceed to the more detailed fixes below.
1. End running processes
2. Adjust the virtual memory
3. Upgrade your RAM
If you often experience high memory usage,upgrading your computer’s RAMmight be worth upgrading. This will allow your system to handle multiple tasks simultaneously by providing more memory.
Some computers may have an extra empty RAM slot. You need to buy RAM that matches your computer specifications to fill the slot or replace old RAM with a larger unit.
4. Disable Startup applications
RAM spiking at 99% should not be an alarming occurrence. It is not always a sign that something is wrong with your computer, but it may indicate you have a lot of running processes.
However, you can always address the issue with any solutions in this guide. If you haveissues opening the Task Manager, youmay read our other comprehensive guide.
Let us know in the comments section what worked for you.
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Afam Onyimadu
Windows Software Expert
Afam is a geek and the go-to among his peers for computer solutions. He has a wealth of experience with Windows operating systems, dating back to his introduction to Windows 98. He is passionate about technology amongst many other fields. Aside from putting pen to paper, he is a passionate soccer lover, a dog breeder, and enjoys playing the guitar and piano.
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Afam Onyimadu
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Afam is a geek and the go-to among his peers for computer solutions. He has a wealth of experience with Windows operating systems.
