What is VTDecoderXPCService on a Mac? Hardware video decoding
What the VTDecoderXPCService process does in macOS, why it can use CPU or memory, and whether you can stop it.
What is VTDecoderXPCService?
VTDecoderXPCService decodes video for apps using the Mac's media engine, for example in browsers, Photos and video players.
Why is VTDecoderXPCService using CPU or memory?
It uses CPU or GPU while video plays; it appears per app, so several can run at once.
Can I stop VTDecoderXPCService?
Close the tab or app playing video and it stops.
GPU usage on a Mac shows the video load.
Common questions
Is VTDecoderXPCService safe on a Mac?
Yes. It is part of macOS. VTDecoderXPCService decodes video for apps using the Mac's media engine, for example in browsers, Photos and video players..
Can I quit VTDecoderXPCService?
Close the tab or app playing video and it stops..