Ethereum: why does Bitcoin-Qt use your 100%CPU?
As a fan of cryptocurrency and user of various blockchain platforms, I encountered numerous problems relating to the optimization of performance and the use of resources. In this article, we will deepen the possible reasons why Bitcoin-Qt (V0.8.6-Beta) is using a huge amount of CPU resources on your Windows 7 system.
Background
Before immersing yourself in the problem, we quickly summarize the foundations. Bitcoin-QT is an open source implementation of the Bitcoin protocol, while Ethereum is a separate blockchain platform that manages its consent algorithm (ETHash). Therefore, they have distinct architectures and resources requirements.
The problem: use of 100%CPU
When synchronize your Bitcoin-Qt portfolio in the Ethereum network, the use of the system CPU increases significantly. According to the report, this happens at the end of synchronization, with a use of the CPU of about 95%. This is not an unusual phenomenon, since many blockchain applications require significant processing power for synchronization and validation.
Possible cause
Based on our analysis, here are some possible reasons why Bitcoin-QT uses your 100%CPU:
- CPU high intensity synchronization : The Bitcoin-QT synchronization process provides for the iteration on the entire blockchain to check the transactions and update the wallets. This process can be computationally intensive and request significant CPU resources.
- Acceleration of the GPU : Ethereum has adopted an algorithm of consent of the station test, which is based on the acceleration of the GPU for validation. Although this is not directly related to Bitcoin-QT, some of the GPU cards (graphic processing unit) of the system are used by the Ethereum network during synchronization.
- Winiltti of system resources : the Windows 7 system can have limited resources available for other processes, including those running in the background. This can lead to an increase in the use of the CPU as other applications compete for resources.
Problem resolution steps
To relieve this problem and prevent further exhaustion of the CPU:
- Disable the acceleration of the GPU on Ethereum : If the GPU cards are used by the Ethereum network during synchronization, try disabled the acceleration of the GPU to see if it improves performance.
- Use a dedicated CPU : consider the updating or use of a different computer with more powerful CPU resources.
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Conclusion
Although this problem may not be specific for your system, it is essential to study the main cause of the problem to prevent further degradations of performance. If you are finding significant problems of using the CPU with other applications on your Windows 7 system, you can consider the use of alternative systems or the optimization of the existing configuration to reduce the consumption of resources.
Recommendation
If you want to explore alternative solutions to improve bitcoin-qt performance:
- Take into consideration the use of an Ethereum node based on cloud to download a little calculation.
- Optimize the system power settings and consequently regulates the use of the GPU.
- Explore the software that offers improved performance or energy efficiency, such as Intel TBB (Body Fixed Film) or AMD Ryzen Threadripper.
By understanding the potential causes of this problem and by implementing corrective actions, it is possible to minimize the use of the CPU on the Windows 7 system and maintain optimal performance for the execution of Bitcoin-QT.