Windows 10: computer using 70%+ of my memory & memory keeps freezing

Discus and support computer using 70%+ of my memory & memory keeps freezing in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; i have 2 problems with my laptop's memory and they might be connected but idk im not an expertproblem 1: my laptop is using 70%+ of my memory available... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by Luca Angelidis, Jan 29, 2025.

  1. computer using 70%+ of my memory & memory keeps freezing


    i have 2 problems with my laptop's memory and they might be connected but idk im not an expertproblem 1: my laptop is using 70%+ of my memory available even though I have around 10.4 GB available only around 5.5 GB are being used edge uses 434.5 MB = 8.2% of total memory available, 434.5/0.082 = ~5,500 MB I have a few task manager screenshots that back me up but i can't figure out how to add themproblem 2: my memory occasionally freezes for a minute or so mostly happens when not chargingself explanatory i thinkif anyone has an answer to either id rlly appreciate it thanks

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    Luca Angelidis, Jan 29, 2025
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    Thank you for updating us. We suggest that you run the Memory Diagnostics Tool, this is to check your system for memory problems. Follow the steps below:

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    Reymichael Ros, Jan 29, 2025
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    To further assist you, we suggest that you run the Windows Memory Diagnostic tool. Refer to the steps provided below:

    • On the Start screen, type memory.
    • Click Settings and then click the result Diagnose your computer's memory problems.
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    Stephanie Sal, Jan 29, 2025
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    computer using 70%+ of my memory & memory keeps freezing

    Windows 10 keeps freezing on my PC.

    Hi,

    Corrupted system files may be the possible reason why your computer keeps freezing. To isolate your issue, we'd like to gather more information:

    • Have you made any recent changes prior to this issue?
    • Did you get any error messages?
    • What troubleshooting steps have you done so far aside from reinstalling Windows and updating drivers?

    Meanwhile, we suggest that you follow the steps in this
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    to find out how much memory you have and how much of it is currently being used. Also, try to scan and restore corrupted system files by expanding
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    Rose Cal, Jan 29, 2025
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