CPU only utilizing ≤40% according to Task Manager and Resource Monitor

[BenJoffe]

I have owned this PC for years but recently noticed that at any given time, my CPU will never go over 40% utilization. According to the resource monitor, I am running at 100% maximum frequency, but the problem persists. Attached are screenshots, any solution to uncap this would be greatly appreciated!Task Manager's reading of the CPU with little activity (also, I notice that it reads 3 cores though my CPU is 6 core)Task Manager's reading of the CPU under Prime95 stress test, capped at 40%CPU-Z CPU Reading (Unlike Task Manager, it recognizes 6 cores)CPU-Z Motherboard ReadingAgain, all help is a

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