I have a bulky Acer PC that's a real heat generator, and after about 30 minutes of gaming, my room feels like a sauna! My air conditioning isn't really doing the job since the thermostat is in another room. In winter, I could just crack a window, but now that summer's here, that's not an option. I'm considering getting a standalone AC unit that can vent out through my door because my window setup won't work with standard units. I'm curious to see if anyone has any other ideas or solutions for this issue!
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One of the best ways to tackle this is to decentralize. If you can't move the heat out with fans or your AC, consider moving your PC out of your room altogether.
In my office, I have a ceiling fan, a small desk fan that blows warmer air out, plus a vent booster that pulls in extra air from the HVAC system—it helps keep the room cooler.
An alternative is to place your PC in a different room and use USB or HDMI cables to connect back to your setup. This way, the heat from the PC won’t affect your gaming space.
If you have the option, try to undervolt your CPU and GPU. It can reduce heat significantly. If undervolting isn’t an option for some reason, cooling off with AC is your best bet. Also, consider capping your FPS in games so you’re not pushing your system harder than it needs to be.
Using a box fan to circulate air in and out of your room could be a quick fix. Also, look into making your PC components more efficient. As for venting the AC out the door, it might not be very effective unless you have a window that opens wider. There are portable AC units that can use a vent hose that fits through smaller window openings, though.
- You could try a box fan, but I know you like to keep the door closed.
- It's crucial for your PC to perform at its best, especially if you have other intensive tasks.
- Designing a custom exhaust attachment for your AC is an interesting idea, but it could be tricky. What type of window do you have?
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