What is RtkAudUService64.exe?

RtkAudUService64.exe is an executable file that is part of the Realtek HD Audio Universal Service, developed by Realtek Semiconductor. This file is typically located in the C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\realtekservice.inf_amd64_3dd75df32535321a directory.

The associated software, Realtek HD Audio Universal Service, is responsible for managing audio drivers on your computer. It helps in delivering high-quality audio output and provides various features such as equalizer settings, audio effects, and more. It is an essential component of the Realtek audio hardware and its associated software.

The RtkAudUService64.exe is needed for the proper functioning of the Realtek audio hardware. Without it, you may experience issues with your audio output, such as no sound or poor sound quality. If you suspect that this file is causing problems (like high CPU usage or system crashes), or if it's been flagged by your antivirus software as a potential threat, it might be a good idea to remove or disable it. Always ensure to download and install the latest drivers from the official Realtek website to avoid any potential issues.

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RtkAudUService64.exe file information

Windows Task Manager with RtkAudUService64 — RtkAudUService64.exe process in Windows Task Manager

The process known as Realtek HD Audio Universal Service belongs to software Realtek HD Audio Universal Service or Realtek Audio Universal Service by Realtek Semiconductor (www.realtek.com.tw) or Radmin.

Description: RtkAudUService64.exe is not essential for Windows and will often cause problems. RtkAudUService64.exe is located in a subfolder of C:\Windows\System32—for example C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\realtekservice.inf_amd64_b55ed36a9a78cc75\ or C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\realtekservice.inf_amd64_af49968a824c7864\. Known file sizes on Windows 10/11/7 are 3,495,808 bytes (3% of all occurrences), 1,964,344 bytes and 119 more variants.
It is a service, and the service name is RtkAudioUniversalService: Realtek Audio Universal Service.
The program has no visible window. The file is not a Windows system file. The file is certified by a trustworthy company. The RtkAudUService64.exe file is a Microsoft signed file. RtkAudUService64.exe is able to record keyboard and mouse inputs and monitor applications. Therefore the technical security rating is 11% dangerous; but you should also compare this rating with the user reviews.

If RtkAudUService64.exe is located in a subfolder of the user's profile folder, the security rating is 48% dangerous. The file size is 10,420,736 bytes. The program has a visible window. The file is not a Windows system file. RtkAudUService64.exe is a Windows scheduled tasks. RtkAudUService64.exe appears to be a compressed file.

Important: Some malware camouflages itself as RtkAudUService64.exe, particularly when located in the C:\Windows or C:\Windows\System32 folder. Therefore, you should check the RtkAudUService64.exe process on your PC to see if it is a threat. We recommend Security Task Manager for verifying your computer's security. This was one of the Top Download Picks of The Washington Post and PC World.

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User Comments

It doesn't work universally with absolutely everything but it almost does and it's required by a lot of applications.
Nate

It peeps every second with win+g you can put the sound off
Anonym

RtkAudUService64.exe is a Realtek audio driver component. It is not essential and can be uninstalled without dissabeling system audio cabebility.
Viktor HJ

On my 5.1 system it stops speaker fill from working
Glen Taylor

In my computer it runs at startup. It's the part of the Realtek audio driver. Dont think it casue any problem
ano

My Dell uses Realtek audio. It's useful for configuring the mic and headphone 3.5mm input for many things besides just a mic and headphone jack. It's how I can use a 3rd party soundcard to do things like rip my vinyl into mp3 or other audio files and has many useful features for me. It has never caused me any issues including high CPU even when I have it in use. I would say though that I believe it is mostly a Dell OEM application, possibly others but I can't confirm because all of my computers have been or are Dells. I would imagine that Dell isn't the only PC manufacturer that could or would use the software, it is independent of any in particular, 3rd party private, no affiliation with Microsoft or any other computer hardware brand. As I say, my experience with Dell is they have all had it, I use it, and it works just fine and always has. 0 issues, ever.
Raymond Dunne (further information)

I had some problems with my audio on my Windows 10 computer and needed to fix it. I installed the latest version of the Realtek driver and now everything works perfectly as before. It is in some cases necessary and of course not dangerous.
Fabian Arlt (further information)

Realtek audio driver

It is a service application for RealTek Audio. It is important to have this service enabled otherwise the onboard audio will start to malfunction with future use.

Summary: Average user rating of RtkAudUService64.exe: based on 20 votes with 9 user comments. 6 users think RtkAudUService64.exe is essential for Windows or an installed application. 5 users think it's probably harmless. 3 users think it's neither essential nor dangerous. 3 users suspect danger. 3 users think RtkAudUService64.exe is dangerous and recommend removing it. One user is not sure about it.

Best practices for resolving RtkAudUService64 issues

A clean and tidy computer is the key requirement for avoiding problems with RtkAudUService64. This means running a scan for malware, cleaning your hard drive using 1cleanmgr and 2sfc /scannow, 3uninstalling programs that you no longer need, checking for Autostart programs (using 4msconfig) and enabling Windows' 5Automatic Update. Always remember to perform periodic backups, or at least to set restore points.

Should you experience an actual problem, try to recall the last thing you did, or the last thing you installed before the problem appeared for the first time. Use the 6resmon command to identify the processes that are causing your problem. Even for serious problems, rather than reinstalling Windows, you are better off repairing of your installation or executing the 7DISM.exe /Online /Cleanup-image /Restorehealth command. This allows you to repair the operating system without losing data.

To get your computer running as fast as it did on day one, you can 8reset your PC. Your personal files will remain intact, but any programs you installed will need to be reinstalled.

To help you analyze the RtkAudUService64.exe process on your computer, the following programs have proven to be helpful: ASecurity Task Manager displays all running Windows tasks, including embedded hidden processes, such as keyboard and browser monitoring or Autostart entries. A unique security risk rating indicates the likelihood of the process being potential spyware, malware or a Trojan. A good Bantivirus software detects and removes sleeping spyware, adware, Trojans, keyloggers, malware and trackers from your hard drive.

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