Here, in this guide, we will discuss the potential causes and some tested fixes to resolve the issue.

Why is Wallpaper Engine using too much GPU?

There could be a few reasons why Wallpaper Engine may be using a lot of GPU resources:

Outdated graphics drivers – If your computer drivers are obsolete, your GPU won’t run Wallpaper Engine efficiently. This will lead to performance issues and high GPU usage. Computer doesn’t meet system requirements – Wallpaper Engine runs high-quality animated wallpaper, which requires a lot of system resources. If your computer configuration doesn’t meet your needs, it may struggle to run the program efficiently. Thus, causing the issue. Programs running in the background – If you have other resource-intensive apps running on your computer, it can cause GPU usage to increase. Hence performance issues while running Wallpaper Engine. Your PC is infected – If your computer is infected with viruses or malware, it can spike your CPU or GPU usage, leading to performance issues. Use a reliable security app to scan your PC.

What can I do to fix the Wallpaper Engine using too much GPU error?

Before engaging in advanced troubleshooting steps, you should consider performing the following checks: SPONSORED

Update the Wallpaper Engine app Check for Windows Updates Close other programs Check system requirements for the app. If you are using multiple monitors, ensure all monitors are connected to the same GPU. Using the wrong GPU would result in Windows performing poorly while trying to merge them.

1. Clean install of graphics driver

1.1 Use Device Manager

1.2 Use a third-party tool

The Device Manager can only install Windows-certified drivers. However, not all the latest GPU drivers are certified, as manufacturers generally don’t ask for approval for every version. You can download the latest drivers using AMD, NVIDIA, or Intel websites. However, this could be time-consuming and suggested if you know your way around a computer. Therefore, to save you some time and get the work done quickly, it is suggested to use a driver updater tool such as DriverFix. This driver updating tool can scan and download the latest drivers in a few clicks. Follow these steps to use the tool: 

2. Disable game overlay

2.1  Disable Steam overlay

2.2 Disable Nvidia overlay

3. Change GPU affinity

4. Tweak Wallpaper Engine settings

5. Scan your computer for malware

So, these are some methods you can use to resolve Wallpaper Engine causing high GPU usage. Try them and let us know which worked for you in the comments below.

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