Windows 10: Task Manager showing less cores in Windows 11

Discus and support Task Manager showing less cores in Windows 11 in Windows 10 News to solve the problem; [ATTACH]If Task Manager is showing less cores or incorrect cores in Windows 11/10, here is how you can fix the problem. As there could be different... Discussion in 'Windows 10 News' started by WinClub, Jul 31, 2025 at 5:47 AM.

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    Task Manager showing less cores in Windows 11


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    If Task Manager is showing less cores or incorrect cores in Windows 11/10, here is how you can fix the problem. As there could be different reasons, we have listed some of the most common causes and solutions below, so that the original number of cores can be displayed. What is “Core” in Task Manager? […]

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    WinClub, Jul 31, 2025 at 5:47 AM
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  2. GRAEME.P
    Graeme.P Win User

    Windows 10 Task Manager only showing half my cores.

    Hi Jim, I'm Graeme, an independent adviser here to help.

    Try these steps, which may make Task Manager show the correct amount of cores:

    - Click Start and search for msconfig.

    - Select System Configuration.

    - In the Boot tab, click on Advanced Options.

    - You should see an option to set the number of cores. Change this to the correct amount, click OK then reboot.

    Hopefully Task Manager should show the correct number now. Please let me know if you need further support! Thanks!
     
    Graeme.P, Jul 31, 2025 at 5:49 AM
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  3. JIMELFMAN1
    JimElfman1 Win User
    Windows 10 Task Manager only showing half my cores.

    Why does windows 10 only show one of my dual cores in the task manager, yet both cores in device manager?
     
    JimElfman1, Jul 31, 2025 at 5:49 AM
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  4. DGAMER10
    dgamer10 Win User

    Task Manager showing less cores in Windows 11

    Task Manager shows only 2 cores

    Hello!

    I saw that in Task Manager it shows me that my CPU has got only 2 cores but it's quad core. I am just curious to see why this is happening. I don't have any problems for now. My CPU is an AMD FX 4100.
     
    dgamer10, Jul 31, 2025 at 5:49 AM
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