Laptop Lagging Significantly After Installing Java/Minecraft

Hello, my name is Joseph,

I'm seeking assistance with a performance issue on my laptop.

Problem Description.

Five days ago, I installed Minecraft (Java Edition) along with Java. After playing Minecraft for a bit, I turned off my PC. Upon turning it back on, I noticed a significant decrease in performance across various applications and games.

Performance Issues:

• - Grand Theft Auto V:
  • • Before Java: Ran at a fixed 60 FPS with no issues on ultra settings.
  • • After Java: Runs at 40-60 FPS with lowest settings and frequent lag spikes.
• - Roblox*:*
  • • Before Java: Ran normally with no issues.
  • • After Java: Frequently crashes and experiences lag spikes.
• - other applications*: Also* affected similarly.
• System Information:
  • Edition: Windows 10 Home Single Language
  • Version: 22H2
  • Installed on: 08/04/2024
  • OS build: 19045.4529
  • Experience: Windows Feature Experience Pack 1000.19058.1000.0
  • Processor: Intel(R) Core(TM) i3-8145U CPU @ 2.10GHz 2.30 GHz
  • Installed RAM: 4.00 GB (3.87 GB usable)
  • System Type: 64-bit operating system, x64-based processor
  • C: Drive: 65GB used out of 130GB

Any suggestions or solutions to improve my laptop's performance would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you!