I've been experiencing some serious overheating issues with my gaming laptop ever since I applied a recent Windows update. Initially, everything was great when I first bought it. I was able to play games like Monster Hunter Wilds, Baldurs Gate, Civilization 7, and Cyberpunk 2077 without any problems, hitting temperatures around 94°C. However, after that update, my laptop has started to thermal throttle during gameplay, which is incredibly frustrating. I even tried reinstalling Windows using a USB stick, but the overheating persists. I suspect Windows is causing this issue since I was able to play fine before, but I need help figuring out how to get back to those days. Any advice?
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I wouldn’t recommend using laptops for serious gaming in general. They tend to overheat more than desktops. Just something to keep in mind for the future, maybe consider a proper gaming rig if you’re serious about gaming.
It sounds like overheating could be due to blocked fans or dry thermal paste rather than a Windows issue. Have you tried cleaning out the fans? Dust buildup can significantly affect cooling. Also, consider reapplying thermal paste if you're comfortable doing that.
Gaming laptops are notorious for overheating, especially if they're thin. It's not uncommon for them to default to a 'Performance' power plan, which can cause them to get really hot. You might want to check your power settings and ensure you've got the right plan activated. Also, keep your drivers updated; that can improve performance and cooling.
I think you're falling into a bit of a placebo effect here. Sometimes we focus too much on software changes when the issue might be physical. Make sure everything is clean; overheating can often be a simple fix like that.
That's true! I never thought about the physical condition of the laptop being a factor. I'll definitely check the fans and internal components.
Turning off your laptop during a Windows update shouldn't be the root cause. Windows is designed to handle that sort of issue. Try looking into hardware problems instead.
Definitely! Keeping drivers updated can help ensure that everything runs smoothly and can reduce overheating.