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cpu threads - kernel_task

The activity monitor app on my MacBook Pro 13 inch, 2018 model, shows that the kernel_task is using 200+ threads, the next highest thread count is about 40. Is that too much and if so is there a way to fix it without damaging anything else?

MacBook Pro 13″, macOS 11.4

Posted on Jun 29, 2021 2:45 PM

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Posted on Jun 30, 2021 11:30 AM

Hello dtimko.


Thanks for reaching out to Apple Support Communities. We see that you are concerned about kernel_tasks using a large amount of CPU on your MacBook Pro. We will be glad to assist.


First, let's start up in safe mode and test: Start up your Mac in safe mode


If the issue persists, reset the SMC and NVRAM next:


How to reset the SMC of your Mac


Reset NVRAM or PRAM on your Mac


Let us know how it goes.


Cheers.





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Jun 30, 2021 11:30 AM in response to dtimko

Hello dtimko.


Thanks for reaching out to Apple Support Communities. We see that you are concerned about kernel_tasks using a large amount of CPU on your MacBook Pro. We will be glad to assist.


First, let's start up in safe mode and test: Start up your Mac in safe mode


If the issue persists, reset the SMC and NVRAM next:


How to reset the SMC of your Mac


Reset NVRAM or PRAM on your Mac


Let us know how it goes.


Cheers.





cpu threads - kernel_task

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