CPUID HWMonitor64 Sensor Reader
cpuid-hwmonitor64.exe is the 64‑bit sensor reader component of CPUID HWMonitor. It collects real-time hardware sensor data (temperatures, voltages, fan speeds) via a kernel driver and presents it in the HWMonitor interface. When obtained from CPUID's official package, it is generally legitimate; verify its location and signature to rule out tampered copies.
cpuid-hwmonitor64.exe is the 64-bit executable used by CPUID HWMonitor to read and report sensor data from your computer. It interfaces with a kernel driver to access hardware sensors and then feeds temperatures, voltages, fan speeds, and clock readings to the HWMonitor UI for monitoring, logging, and troubleshooting. This component is part of the standard HWMonitor installation and is expected to run when the program is active.
The cpuid-hwmonitor64.exe process queries hardware sensors through a CPUID/driver bridge, aggregates readings, and feeds them to HWMonitor's user interface. It operates in user mode while relying on a kernel component to access protected sensor data, enabling real-time monitoring of system health.
CPUID HWMonitor is a widely used hardware monitoring utility. When you download it from CPUID's official site or a trusted vendor, the cpuid-hwmonitor64.exe file is part of a legitimate software package designed to read sensor data from supported CPUs, GPUs, and motherboards. It is not inherently dangerous; however, like any software that accesses low-level hardware interfaces, it should be obtained from official sources, kept up to date, and scanned with a current antivirus. If the file is missing its legitimate digital signature, located in an unusual folder, or appears in a temporary directory without user consent, it could indicate tampering or a compromised installer. Always verify the publisher, path, and signature before running.
While cpuid-hwmonitor64.exe itself is not a virus when obtained from CPUID’s official releases, malware authors occasionally mimic legitimate filenames to conceal malicious payloads. A suspicious copy could be a trojan or packed variant designed to evade detection. Always confirm the file is located in the expected CPUID HWMonitor installation folder, check the Digital Signature, ensure the hash matches the official release, and scan with up-to-date malware tools. If you did not install HWMonitor or the file path is unusual, treat it as potentially malicious and isolate the system.
Red Flags: If cpuid-hwmonitor64.exe is found in a temp folder, under a user’s Downloads folder without installation, lacks a valid signature, or the hash does not match the official release, treat it as suspicious and avoid running it. Unexpected network activity or unusual permissions also merit caution.
Reasons it's running:
Yes, cpuid-hwmonitor64.exe is the 64-bit sensor reader used by CPUID HWMonitor. It is legitimate when downloaded from CPUID's official site or trusted distributors and located in the CPUID HWMonitor installation directory.
If you want real-time hardware sensor data from CPUID HWMonitor, cpuid-hwmonitor64.exe is the main component that collects sensor data and feeds it to the user interface. It is not required for basic Windows operation, but it is needed for hardware monitoring in HWMonitor.
Yes, HWMonitor can be configured to start with Windows, and cpuid-hwmonitor64.exe will run as part of that startup. You can disable this in Task Manager > Startup or via the installer options if you don’t want automatic monitoring.
Check the file path and digital signature, ensure it comes from CPUID, scan the file with an up-to-date antivirus, and compare the hash with the official release. If in doubt, reinstall from the official CPUID site.
Open Settings > Apps, find CPUID HWMonitor in the list, select Uninstall, and follow the prompts. This removes cpuid-hwmonitor64.exe and related components from your system.
HWMonitor supports a wide range of sensors, including CPU core temps, GPU temps, motherboard voltages, fan speeds, and sometimes RAM temperatures, depending on the motherboard and GPU vendors.
Main 64-bit sensor reader for CPUID HWMonitor that collects and displays sensor data.
Overlays and GPU monitoring utility often used with HWMonitor for on-screen display and temps.
Overclocking utility that can interact with hardware sensors and sometimes runs alongside HWMonitor.
Independent hardware information tool that can co-exist with HWMonitor, sometimes used for broader sensor data.