I've got a bulky Acer PC and every time I game for about 30 minutes, my room turns into a mini sauna. The problem is my AC isn't really doing much because the thermostat is in a different room. Opening the window is an option in the winter, but it's summer now. I'm considering getting a standalone AC unit that I could vent out through the door since my window just won't work with any design I've found. I'd love to hear if anyone else has found solutions for this issue or has any tips for keeping the heat down while gaming! Thanks!
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Honestly, one of the best solutions is to decentralize. If you can’t move the heat out with fans or have effective AC, consider moving the PC to another room.
I keep my gaming PC in a separate office. I use a ceiling fan and a small desk fan that pushes warm air out of the room. Also, a vent booster can help draw extra air into the room to keep it cooler.
If you can, undervolt your CPU and GPU to reduce heat output. If that’s not feasible, your best bet is definitely an AC unit. Also, try to cap your FPS; there’s no real reason to run above your monitor’s refresh rate.
You might want to try a box fan to help circulate air in and out of the room. Also, think about optimizing your PC's efficiency. By the way, venting an AC out the door can be tricky. Can't your windows open at all? There are units made to sit inside that just have a vent hose which can fit in windows that open a little bit.
Consider relocating your PC to another room and running USB/HDMI cables back to your room. This way, the heat won’t spill into your gaming space at all!
1. I’m willing to try a box fan, but I like to keep my door shut most of the time.
2. My PC needs to perform at its peak because I use it for more than just gaming, so I can’t really compromise on that.
3. I’ve thought about making a custom exhaust attachment for the AC that could slip under my door, but I doubt that would work since my window opens in a way that it’s not easily accommodating.