I have a bulky Acer gaming PC, and after just half an hour of gaming, my room feels like a sauna! Unfortunately, my air conditioning isn't very effective because the thermostat is in a different room. In winter, I could just open the window to cool things down, but now that it's summer, that's not an option. I'm considering getting a standalone AC unit that I can vent through my door since my window isn't suitable for typical setups. I'm looking for any suggestions or alternative solutions that others have found effective. Thanks!
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Using a box fan could really help circulate air in and out of your room. Also, you might want to see if there’s a way to improve your PC's efficiency.
But just a heads up: venting an AC through the door might not work as well as hoped—can your windows open at all? There are some units that work with windows that open a bit.
Oh, and if you keep the door shut often, maybe try a box fan in the doorway to help circulate the air better.
That could work, but just be cautious—if it's not a solid plan, it might just make things more complicated. Maybe check out some existing solutions first.
If possible, you could put your PC in another room and extend USB/HDMI cables into your room. That way, your PC won’t be heating your space directly.
You could undervolt your CPU and GPU if you’re into tuning your components. If that’s not an option, then going with an AC might be the solution. Plus, maybe cap your FPS in games; there's no reason to run it higher than your monitor’s refresh rate.
I have my gaming rig in my office too. What works for me is running a ceiling fan along with a smaller desk fan blowing warm air outside. I also have a vent booster to draw in more cool air from the vents.
Honestly, if you can’t move the heat out of the room with fans or AC, your best bet might be to find a way to move your PC out of the room altogether to reduce the heat buildup.
I appreciate the tip on the box fan! I really want to keep the door shut for privacy, though. I kind of need my PC to perform well since I use it for other stuff besides gaming too.
What if I designed a custom attachment for my AC to vent it under the door? Sounds a bit crazy, huh?