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I don't think this is very uncommon. I know a lot of people seem to spend a lot of their waking hours generally "ruminating" on their coding work but only 5-10 actually sat down and implementing the solutions at the keyboard.

I also know people who can happily be constantly coding for 8 hours a day like it's a stream of consciousness, but I don't think that's everyone.

Honestly, if you're getting decent reviews at work then that's plenty.

I really think it has a lot to do with the situation and expectations. And probably you as well. I think it’s completely plausible to deliver expected value in 7 hours, though you are probably looking at either a very meeting heavy role or just a bit more of a chill role. 1/3 of the code written, but written fit to purpose, performant and with high quality is still outstanding value. Many, many employees at your organization deliver zero or negative net value.

Hmm… How are the other aspects of your life? Do you like your job? Are you burnt out or depressed?