What is RAVBg64.exe? Should I remove it?

RAVBg64.exe is a process file that can cause high CPU usage

RAVBg64.exe is an executable file that runs in the background and is a part of Realtek High Definition Audio Driver by Realtek. It is not an essential Windows file. However, the driver provides the link needed for the operating system and hardware to operate without problems. Unfortunately, many users complained that this process consumes a lot of CPU power, and disturbs the normal operation of the PC.

In some cases, when you run communication application Skype, a pop-up window might appear, asking for permission to run RAVBg64.exe. Although the process is not malicious and should be allowed, users complained that it appears every time Skype launches and prevents them from viewing conversations, making it quite an annoying issue, as users have to agree to run it every single time.

RAVBg64.exe is Realtek Audio-Video BackGround process that works with audio drivers. This is not an essential Windows file and can sometimes cause problems, but, initially, is not a virus. However, every executable that runs on your machine could be a virus, simply because it can replace or duplicate the legitimate name. These threats are usually delivered via trojan horses – sneaky infections that generally are injected via spam emails or installed as drive-by downloads on malicious sites.

RAVBg64.exe removal is not recommended because this is a process which ensures proper performance of communication apps and audio drivers. However, if you are not sure whether or not this executable is safe, you should run a scan with the anti-malware program like FortectIntego.

However, you do not need to remove RAVBg64.exe even if it causes issues. This file is created as an HD audio driver between Windows OS and speakers. HD Audio is a standard for audio that was released by Intel in 2004. Most Intel motherboards contain these sound chips from Realtek. If you want to find out how to fix high CPU usage by RAVBg64 or other issues, you will find guidelines below.

Trojans can be distributed via spam emails or other deceptive methods

Spam emails can include malicious attachments that are disguised as legitimate files or contain links that would immediately download and install malware on the targeted device. The attachments can be in various formats, such as .pdf, .doc, .zip, .html and others.

Before emails reach your Inbox, it is scanned with a built-in virus and phishing scanner which can detect suspicious messages. Thus, malicious ones are sent directly into your Spam box. Make sure you do not ignore these flags, even though they might be incorrect and mark legitimate email as spam. Unfortunately, it can be the other way around too.

Therefore, be extra careful when it comes to emails from unknown sources. Even those that are well known, such as Amazon, Google, UPS and many others could be fake, as hackers cleverly engineer their messages, making them more believable.

Get rid of RAVBg64.exe file related problems 

If are experiencing any problems with the executable, we suggest you scan your computer with FortectIntego, SpyHunter 5Combo Cleaner or Malwarebytes first. In case security software flags it as malicious, make sure you remove RAVBg64.exe virus promptly. For that, you might have to enter Safe Mode with Networking, as the trojan might not allow anti-virus program to function properly in normal mode.

If you are sure that RAVBg64 is not malicious and still experience high CPU usage, we suggest you a few solutions below.

Update audio drivers

• Right-click on the Start button and pick Device manager from the contextual menu (alternatively, you can use search bad to find it);
• In the Device manager window, locate Sound, video and game controllers section and expand it;
• Right-click on the Realtek device and select Update driver option;
• Next, select Search automatically for updated driver software and let Windows find the newest drivers online and install them;
• Restart your computer.

Disable Realtek Audio Manager

• Type System configuration into the search box located in your taskbar;
• Under the Startup tab, locate Realtek software;
• Right-click on it, and select Disable and then click OK;
• Decline the offer to restart your computer;
• Go to Device manager and expand Sound, video and game controllers section;
• Right-click on Realtek and select Disable device
• Restart your machine;
• After Windows boots, go to Device manager again and enable Realtek. See if the problem persists.