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Disable CPU idle states (lowest latency, runs hot)

CPU & PowerAdvanced riskReboot requiredReversible

Runs `powercfg /setacvalueindex SCHEME_CURRENT SUB_PROCESSOR IDLEDISABLE 1` on the active plan's AC profile. Stops the CPU from entering deep C-states, removing wake-from-idle jitter for latency-critical / competitive scenarios. The cost is real: higher idle temperatures and power draw, and no benefit on laptops. Desktop + good cooling only. Reboot required. Revert re-enables idle states.

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Official documentation: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-hardware/customize/power-settings/configure-processor-power-management-options

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