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Device Manager Has Multiple Processors? Here’s What to Do
Make sure all device drivers are updated
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Device Manager is a powerful inbuilt tool with Windows operating system that enables users to manage hardware devices connected to their computer.
Modern processors have multiple cores and threads; if a processor has 8 cores with 2 threads per core, that means 16 threads. You will see 16 processors in Device Manager, as Windows treats every thread on the processor as a separate small processor.
If you see a list of processors on Device Manager and want to see if these are legit, then this guide can help! We will also mention how to fix the problem if processors are not working properly and have compatibility issues. Let’s get started!
Why does my Device Manager have multiple processors?
There could be various reasons for multiple processors showing in Device Manager; some of the common ones are:
What can I do if Device Manager has multiple processors?
Before moving to the actual steps, you should go through the preliminary checks:
1. Check if the processors are legit
2. Fix issues with the processor if any
If you don’t get the best results by updating your drivers manually, you can try automatic assistants like Outbyte Driver Updater, specially created to locate the latest versions for peak PC performance.
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3. Repair Windows OS
So, this is how you can check why you see multiple processors on your Device Manager and if they are legit. If you have any questions or concerns, please let us know what worked in the comments section below.
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Srishti Sisodia
Windows Software Expert
Srishti Sisodia is an electronics engineer and writer with a passion for technology. She has extensive experience exploring the latest technological advancements and sharing her insights through informative blogs.
Her diverse interests bring a unique perspective to her work, and she approaches everything with commitment, enthusiasm, and a willingness to learn. That’s why she’s part of Windows Report’s Reviewers team, always willing to share the real-life experience with any software or hardware product. She’s also specialized in Azure, cloud computing, and AI.
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She is an electronics engineer and writer with a passion for technology. Srishti is specialized in Azure, cloud computing, and AI.
