I've got this bulky Acer PC that turns my room into a sauna after about 30 minutes of gaming. My AC isn't much help since the thermostat is located in another room. During winter, I can just crack a window to get some airflow, but summer is here, and that's not an option. I was thinking of getting a standalone AC unit that I could vent out my door because my window setup just won't work for any typical unit. I'm looking for advice or any other solutions you've tried to manage the heat coming from your gaming PC. Thanks!
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Try using a box fan to help circulate the air in and out of the room. It could make a difference! Also, if you’re looking to reduce the heat from your PC, consider undervolting your CPU and GPU, or at least capping your FPS. There’s no need to push your hardware past what your monitor can handle.
If it’s feasible, think about moving your PC to another room entirely. You can run USB and HDMI cables into your room for easy access, and this way, your gaming rig won’t be heating up your personal space.
I keep my gaming setup in my office, and I run a ceiling fan along with a small desk fan that blows the warm air out. I have a vent booster that helps pull in cool air, which works wonders. You might try a combination like this!
Honestly, the best way to tackle this is to either move the heat source or cool the room down directly. If you can’t vent the heat outside easily, consider relocating the PC to a different room altogether. Just running it where you're gaming just isn’t ideal if it keeps heating up the area.
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