Moreso, some users report the Chrome browser crashing after Windows update on their PCs.

What causes Chrome’s GPU high memory usage?

When Chrome’s GPU process uses more RAM than usual, it can cause issues with its performance. In addition, it can cause issues with its graphics, resulting in lag and stutter, and other issues. However, many factors can cause Chrome GPU processes on your PC to use more RAM than is expected. Some of these factors are:

Outdated graphics drivers – Running the Chrome browser on an outdated graphics card can cause many problems with its performance. It indicates that the graphics device isn’t intact to run Chrome, causing high memory usage. Too many tabs on Chrome and Add-ons – Google Chrome’s high GPU usage can occur when the browser works harder than usual. For example, it can happen if you have too many tabs running simultaneously. Likewise, having many add-ons installed on Chrome can add to its workload, resulting in high GPU usage. Corrupt Chrome installation file – When Chrome’s installation file is corrupt, it will affect how it works. It can cause the browser to malfunction and cause GPU high memory usage. Incorrect Chrome settings – Settings like hardware acceleration in Chrome can cause issues with its processes. They can cause high memory usage in the browser.

These causes are liable to vary in different devices depending on the circumstances. Nonetheless, we’ll take you through some basic steps to fix the issue and get Chrome to work.

How do I fix Chrome’s GPU high memory usage?

Go through the following preliminary checks:

Restart the Chrome browser. Close other apps running on the PC. Restart Windows in Safe Mode and check if Chrome’s high GPU usage persists.

If the issue persists, try the following solutions.

1. Update your graphics driver

Updating the graphics driver will fix bugs affecting it and install the latest features to improve its performance. Check other steps for updating graphics drivers on Windows 11 if you have any issues. SPONSORED If you’re looking for another way to update your graphics driver, then you should use a specialized tool like DriverFix as it can scan your device for all outdated drivers and find the most recent updates for them.

2. Turn off Hardware Acceleration

Disabling the Hardware Acceleration option can fix issues affecting its graphics that can cause high GPU usage.

3. End tasks for background apps via Windows Settings

Repeat the process for all apps you want to restrict background permissions. Check our article about ways to turn off background apps in Windows 11 if you have issues using the steps above.

4. Update the browser

Updating Google Chrome will fix bugs causing it to work forcefully and install the latest features for the browser.

5. Disable Chrome Extensions

You can enable your Chrome extensions one after the other to detect a faulty one or the maximum number it can run smoothly. Alternatively, readers can check our detailed guide on solving browsers’ high CPU usage on startup in Windows 11. Also, you can read about how to fix Chrome’s high disk usage on your PC. If you have more questions or suggestions about this guide, kindly drop them in the comments section.

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