{"id":12697,"date":"2024-10-10T21:04:07","date_gmt":"2024-10-10T21:04:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/?p=12697"},"modified":"2025-08-27T07:27:55","modified_gmt":"2025-08-27T07:27:55","slug":"stop-win10-laptop-from-overheating","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/stop-win10-laptop-from-overheating\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Keep Your Windows 10\/11 Laptop Cool While Gaming?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Overheating is one of the major issues users face when playing resource-intensive games.Even though you may be using gaming laptops, you can experience this issue because of two main offenders: the CPU and GPU.<\/p>\n<p>These hardware units work tirelessly to render graphics, which produces massive heat. So, if you don\u2019t have an effective ventilation system, the heat builds up, which can cause your laptop to overheat. If you don\u2019t address this quickly, it can affect the laptop\u2019s performance and may cause permanent damage.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s how to keep your laptop cool while gaming.<\/p>\n<div class=\"cta-block cta-block_main\" data-cta-type=\"main\" data-cta-position=\"top\">\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__heading lazyload\" data-bg=\"\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/themes\/auslogics-milenium\/assets\/images\/icons\/product\/chillmate.svg\">Download Auslogics ChillMate<\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__text\">Protect your CPU and other hardware from overheating, extend battery life, get your fans running quieter and help your laptop last longer with this smart tool.<\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__btn-group\">\r\n        <a class=\"cta-block__download-btn\" href=\"\/en\/software\/chillmate\/after-download\/\">Download for Free<\/a>\r\n        <a class=\"cta-block__learn-more\" href=\"\/en\/software\/chillmate\/\">Learn More<\/a>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__privacy\">\r\n        <a href=\"\/en\/legal\/\">Privacy Policy<\/a>&#8195;&#8194;\r\n        <a href=\"\/en\/eula\/\">EULA<\/a>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\n<h2>Causes of Windows 10\/11 Laptop Overheating While Gaming<\/h2>\n<p>We\u2019ve all been so carried away in the intense heat of gameplay that we forget how much we\u2019re putting our computers through. Every gamer has been there and experienced the rude awakening of overheating. Sometimes it\u2019s a sharp decline in performance, other times, it\u2019s a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/causes-of-bsod-on-windows-10-8-8-1\/\">blue screen of death<\/a>. But the high temperature problem can happen for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/why-is-my-computer-overheating-top-reasons-and-effective-fixes\/\">several reasons<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Here are the major ones causing your Windows gaming laptop getting too hot:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Too many running applications<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\">Your Windows 10\/11 gaming laptop can suddenly heat up because of excessive load. Your laptop will become hot if it runs more applications than the processor or graphics card can handle. You can fix the excessive load problem by reducing the number of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-stop-apps-from-running-in-the-background-on-windows-10-pc\/\">apps running in the background<\/a>.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Limited space for all components<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\">Laptops are meant to be mobile; as a result, there\u2019s little space for all the components compared to a desktop. All this hardware compression into a small surface area makes it easy for the device to get heated. This can happen especially when performing resource-intensive tasks like playing games, running code, or streaming your favorite television series. Even though your laptop\u2019s internal fans will try to cool everything down, this may not be enough.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>The air vents are blocked<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\">Your gaming laptop has air vents on the sides or bottom through which hot air escapes and cool air enters, helping to reduce internal temperature. The vents can become covered if you place the device on a soft or uneven surface like your lap, pillow, or bed. This can reduce or block airflow to the vents.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>The fans are obstructed<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\">Gaming laptops generally rely on their fans for cooling. If these fans are obstructed in any way, shape, or form, the device\u2019s ability to cool down will take a significant hit. Dust, dirt, hair, and grime are the main culprits of fan blockage.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Thermal paste is no longer working<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\">Thermal paste is a glue-like substance that manufacturers add to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/does-more-cpu-cores-mean-better-performance\/\">central processing unit<\/a> (CPU) to help it stay cool. If thermal paste isn\u2019t properly applied, it can cause the system to overheat excessively. You may need the help of a certified professional to check this.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>The hardware is old<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\">When things become old or overused, they get hot quickly while in use. An old battery, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/check-graphics-card-on-windows-10\/\">graphics processing unit<\/a> (GPU), or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-check-ram-speed-size-and-type\/\">random-access memory<\/a> (RAM) may not be able to handle decent system operations like before and might need to be replaced.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><b>\ud83d\udcccRelated: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/upgrade-gpu-on-laptop-all-you-need-to-know\/\">Upgrade GPU on Laptop: All You Need to Know <\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Is It Normal for a Gaming Laptop to Get Hot While Gaming?<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/gaming-laptop-vs-desktop-are-gaming-laptops-worth-it\/\">Gaming laptops<\/a><\/p>\n<p>are tailor-made for game lovers, coders, and graphics professionals because they pack a lot of high-performance components in a portable chassis. The CPU and graphics card produce heat, especially since they\u2019re all crammed in a small space. Therefore, it\u2019s normal for your gaming laptop to get hot during gameplay.<\/p>\n<p>If you experience temperature spikes when you\u2019re running around in modern and graphically demanding titles, you have nothing to worry about. Everything is fine if your PC\u2019s specs can handle the game and you don\u2019t see anything above 100\u00b0C. For larger laptops with more space, 85\u00b0C to 90\u00b0C is within the normal temperature range.<\/p>\n<p>My old MSI laptop now hovers steady around 85 to 94\u00b0C, which is okay for its slim form factor.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wrapper-table\">\n<table style=\"height: 218px;\" width=\"943\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th><b>Condition<\/b><\/th>\n<th><b>Temperature range<\/b><\/th>\n<th><b>Additional notes<\/b><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Playing demanding games<\/b><\/td>\n<td>Below 100\u00b0C<\/td>\n<td>No need to worry if within this range<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Larger laptops (more space)<\/b><\/td>\n<td>85\u00b0C to 90\u00b0C<\/td>\n<td>Normal temperature range for larger laptops<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Slim gaming laptops (like MSI\u2019s thin series)<\/b><\/td>\n<td>85\u00b0C to 94\u00b0C<\/td>\n<td>Acceptable for slimmer laptops with less space<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>However, if your Windows 10\/11 computer just about meets the game\u2019s minimum requirements, expect significant overheating.<\/p>\n<p>This can, in turn, cause <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-view-and-improve-frames-per-second-fps-on-windows\/\">FPS drops <\/a> and other performance-reducing issues.<\/p>\n<p>In the next section, we\u2019ll discuss how to keep your gaming laptop cool.<\/p>\n<div class=\"cta-block cta-block_main\" data-cta-type=\"main\" data-cta-position=\"top\">\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__heading lazyload\" data-bg=\"\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/themes\/auslogics-milenium\/assets\/images\/icons\/product\/chillmate.svg\">Download Auslogics ChillMate<\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__text\">Protect your CPU and other hardware from overheating, extend battery life, get your fans running quieter and help your laptop last longer with this smart tool.<\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__btn-group\">\r\n        <a class=\"cta-block__download-btn\" href=\"\/en\/software\/chillmate\/after-download\/\">Download for Free<\/a>\r\n        <a class=\"cta-block__learn-more\" href=\"\/en\/software\/chillmate\/\">Learn More<\/a>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__privacy\">\r\n        <a href=\"\/en\/legal\/\">Privacy Policy<\/a>&#8195;&#8194;\r\n        <a href=\"\/en\/eula\/\">EULA<\/a>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\n<hr \/>\n<p><b>\ud83d\udccc Further reading: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/ultimate-guide-how-to-stop-a-laptop-from-overheating\/\">Essential Rules: How to Stop Your Laptop from Overheating Now and Forever <\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>How to Keep Laptop Cool While Gaming: Real-Time Fixes<\/h2>\n<p>The solutions in this article will explain how to cool your laptop down while gaming with methods that reduce heat in real time. I\u2019ll also throw in tips on preventing issues that may cause overheating in the future.<\/p>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/How-to-Keep-Your-Windows-10_11-Laptop-Cool-While-Gaming.png\" alt=\"How to Keep Your Windows 1011 Laptop Cool While Gaming\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>First step before you start<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s always a good idea to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-check-and-monitor-cpu-temperature-on-your-windows-10-11-pc\/\">monitor your CPU and GPU temperature <\/a> while gaming. The information displayed on your screen tells you when your computer is reaching unsafe heat levels. That way, you can allow the system to cool off and avert imminent dangers.<\/p>\n<p>The image below shows MSI Afterburner\u2019s on-screen display showing a laptop\u2019s temperature levels and FPS while running Horizon: Zero Dawn.<\/p>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Temperature-monitoring-2.png\" alt=\"a laptop\u2019s temperature levels and FPS while running Horizon: Zero Dawn\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<h3>Solution 1: Restart your PC<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/keyboard-magic-how-to-shut-down-restart-or-put-windows-pc-to-sleep-with-a-keyboard\/\">Restarting your laptop <\/a><\/p>\n<p>is the first thing you should do in such a situation. It can help resolve some temporary conflicts that are causing overheating. It\u2019s often effective and could be all that\u2019s required. Follow these steps:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Turn off the PC and unplug the charger.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Remove the battery (if it\u2019s not built-in).<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Give the computer some time to cool down.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Press and hold the power button for about 20 seconds.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Put back the battery and connect the charger.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Turn on the PC.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Try playing your game and see if the overheating continues. If it does, then try the next solution.<\/p>\n<div class=\"cta-block cta-block_main\" data-cta-type=\"main\" data-cta-position=\"middle\">\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__heading lazyload\" data-bg=\"\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/themes\/auslogics-milenium\/assets\/images\/icons\/product\/chillmate.svg\">Download Auslogics ChillMate<\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__text\">Protect your CPU and other hardware from overheating, extend battery life, get your fans running quieter and help your laptop last longer with this smart tool.<\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__btn-group\">\r\n        <a class=\"cta-block__download-btn\" href=\"\/en\/software\/chillmate\/after-download\/\">Download for Free<\/a>\r\n        <a class=\"cta-block__learn-more\" href=\"\/en\/software\/chillmate\/\">Learn More<\/a>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__privacy\">\r\n        <a href=\"\/en\/legal\/\">Privacy Policy<\/a>&#8195;&#8194;\r\n        <a href=\"\/en\/eula\/\">EULA<\/a>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\n<h3>Solution 2: Use Task Manager to end tasks with high resource usage<\/h3>\n<p>Coupled with the resource-intensive nature of the game you are playing, certain background programs can hog the CPU and other system resources and thus add to the problem.<\/p>\n<p>As a result, your computer begins to overheat. You can end these background tasks to reduce the system load and see if the overheating will abate.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s how to keep a gaming laptop cool by shutting down demanding apps:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Press <code>Ctrl + Shift + Esc<\/code> on your keyboard to open Task Manager. Alternatively, press the <code>Windows key + X<\/code> and select <i>Task Manager<\/i>.<\/li>\n<li>Under the <i>Processes <\/i>tab, check the apps and processes that use massive system resources. Right-click on each and select <i>End task<\/i> from the context menu.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"notebox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\">Check for suspicious processes that have abnormally high <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-lower-cpu-usage-causes-solutions-to-high-cpu-usage\/\">CPU usage<\/a>. If there is any other process you\u2019d like to end but are not sure what it does, you can look it up online.<\/p>\n<p>Also, make sure that you don\u2019t end any of the essential Windows processes. If the issue still exists, check the next solution. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<p><b>\ud83d\udcccDo you know which are <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/the-most-demanding-pc-games-of-pushing-hardware-to-the-limits\/\">the most demanding PC games?<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Solution 3: Run the Power troubleshooter<\/h3>\n<p>Using the Windows Power troubleshooter is another way to control your laptop\u2019s temperature during gameplay. The tool checks for power-related problems that may be causing your CPU or GPU to draw too much power.<\/p>\n<div class=\"notebox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\">However, this troubleshooter has been deprecated from the latest versions of Windows 11 and is only available on Windows 10 for now. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p>Here\u2019s how to run the utility on Windows 10:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Press the <code>Windows key + I<\/code> to open Settings.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Select <i>Update &amp; Security <\/i>once the Settings app opens.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Go to the left side of the page and select <i>Troubleshoot<\/i>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">On the <i>Troubleshoot<\/i> page, select <i>Additional troubleshooters<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/additional-troubleshooters.png\" alt=\"On the Troubleshoot page, select Additional troubleshooters\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">On the <i>Additional troubleshooters <\/i>page, you\u2019ll see a list of troubleshooters.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Scroll down to <i>Power<\/i>, select it,\u00a0and click <i>Run the troubleshooter<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Power-additional-troubleshooter.png\" alt=\"Scroll down to Power, select it, and click Run the troubleshooter\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p>The Power troubleshooter will scan for possible issues and automatically fix detected errors.<\/p>\n<h3>Solution 4: Change your power plan<\/h3>\n<p>With Windows 10\/11, you can choose from several different power plans. The system uses the <em>Balanced<\/em> power plan by default, balancing battery life and performance.<\/p>\n<p>The <em>Best performance<\/em> power plan on your laptop could cause the device to overheat.<\/p>\n<p>Under load, the CPU temperature should ideally remain within safe levels when the balanced plan is activated. However, the <em>Best performance<\/em> could make it hotter.<\/p>\n<p>To choose the plan, open the Settings app, select <i>System &gt; Power &amp; battery<\/i>, and choose <i>Balanced <\/i> next to <i>Power mode<\/i>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Choose-power-option.png\" alt=\"To choose the plan, open the Settings app, select System &gt; Power &amp; battery, and choose Balanced next to Power mode\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"notebox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\">The <em>Best performance<\/em> is usually the best plan for gaming. However, most modern computers can handle games when in the <em>Balanced<\/em> mode. You can go for different solutions if the <em>Balanced<\/em> mode cannot handle your gaming experience. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<p><b>\ud83d\udccc Also read: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/simple-guide-how-to-restore-missing-power-plans-options-on-windows\/\">Simple Guide: How to Restore Missing Power Plans Options on Windows <\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Solution 5: Undo overclocking<\/h3>\n<p>If you\u2019ve <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/what-is-overclocking-a-cpu-explained-in-detail\/\">overclocked your CPU<\/a>, graphics card, or any other component on your PC, it\u2019s most likely the cause of the overheating problem. Since increasing the clock rate of your system components makes them perform more operations per second, it produces additional heat.<\/p>\n<p>Therefore, you must change the clock settings to their default values to stop overheating.<\/p>\n<p>But if the problem persists, consider setting the clock value below the default. Although underclocking will cause reduced performance, it also lowers the energy consumed and, subsequently, the heat produced.<\/p>\n<h3>Solution 6: Update your device drivers<\/h3>\n<p>You need to make sure your drivers (especially the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-update-graphics-driver-in-minutes-windows-10-11\/\">graphics card drivers<\/a>) are compatible and up to date. Here\u2019s how to update your drivers manually:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Type\u00a0<code>Device Manager<\/code> in the search bar and click on it.<\/li>\n<li>Check the devices with a yellow triangle with an exclamation mark at the center. The sign means there\u2019s a problem with the driver.<\/li>\n<li>Right-click on each one and select <i>Update driver<\/i>.<\/li>\n<li>Select <i>Search automatically for drivers<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Windows will download the updated driver for the device, if there\u2019s one, and install it. After the update, restart your computer and check if the problem is resolved.<\/p>\n<div class=\"cta-block cta-block_main\" data-cta-type=\"main\" data-cta-position=\"middle\">\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__heading lazyload\" data-bg=\"\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/themes\/auslogics-milenium\/assets\/images\/icons\/product\/chillmate.svg\">Download Auslogics ChillMate<\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__text\">Protect your CPU and other hardware from overheating, extend battery life, get your fans running quieter and help your laptop last longer with this smart tool.<\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__btn-group\">\r\n        <a class=\"cta-block__download-btn\" href=\"\/en\/software\/chillmate\/after-download\/\">Download for Free<\/a>\r\n        <a class=\"cta-block__learn-more\" href=\"\/en\/software\/chillmate\/\">Learn More<\/a>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__privacy\">\r\n        <a href=\"\/en\/legal\/\">Privacy Policy<\/a>&#8195;&#8194;\r\n        <a href=\"\/en\/eula\/\">EULA<\/a>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\n<h3>Solution 7: Change maximum CPU performance<\/h3>\n<p>You can prevent your CPU from reaching its maximum settings to reduce how much heat it generates. This method involves modifying your current performance plan through the Control Panel.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s how to cool down your laptop while gaming using your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/make-sense-of-advanced-power-settings\/\">advanced power settings<\/a>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Type\u00a0<code>Edit power plan<\/code><i>\u00a0<\/i>in the search bar and click to open.<\/li>\n<li>Click the <i>Change advanced power settings<\/i> link to launch the <em>Power Options<\/em> window.<\/li>\n<li>Navigate to <i>Processor power management<\/i>.<\/li>\n<li>Set a lower value for <i>Maximum processor state<\/i> (for instance, you can set it to 95 if it\u2019s 100) and <i>Minimum processor state<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"notebox_lite\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox_lite__heading\">Note<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\">Take note of the current values so you can change them back if needed. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<h3>Solution 8: Use your integrated graphics card<\/h3>\n<p>Gaming laptops have a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.intel.com\/content\/www\/us\/en\/support\/articles\/000057824\/graphics.html\">dedicated and integrated graphics card<\/a>. The dedicated graphics card is used when performing hardware-intensive tasks to ensure efficiency and balanced performance.<\/p>\n<p>However, it uses more power and thus produces more heat. When the cooling system is insufficient or the room is not well-ventilated, your PC overheats while playing games. As a workaround, consider using the integrated GPU instead.<\/p>\n<p>Although the performance won\u2019t be as good as with the dedicated GPU (meaning that you might not get the best gaming experience), it doesn\u2019t use as much power and produces less heat.<\/p>\n<p>You can set the integrated GPU as the default processor through the Control Panel of your dedicated graphics software (such as NVIDIA or AMD). Follow these steps if you use an NVIDIA card:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Right-click your desktop and select <em>NVIDIA Control Panel<\/em> from the context menu.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Select-NVIDIA-Control-Panel-from-Desktop.png\" alt=\"Right-click your desktop and select NVIDIA Control Panel from the context menu.\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click <em>Manage 3D settings<\/em> in the left pane.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Now, go to the right side of the window and select your integrated graphics card under <i>Preferred graphics processor<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/NVIDIA-Control-Panel-Preferred-graphics-processors.png\" alt=\"go to the right side of the window and select your integrated graphics card under Preferred graphics processor.\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"notebox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\">Choosing <em>Auto-select<\/em> allows the driver to switch between the integrated and discrete cards depending on the app that is running. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p>You can also go through the Settings app to specify the graphics card to run an app\u2019s graphics rendering:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Right-click your desktop and click <em>Display settings<\/em>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Scroll down and select <em>Graphics<\/em> under <em>Related settings<\/em>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/System-Display-Graphics.png\" alt=\"Scroll down and select Graphics under Related settings\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>Now, click the app (you can use the search bar or <em>Browse<\/em> button to summon the program) and select <em>Options<\/em>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Graphics-Settings-Options.png\" alt=\"Now, click the app (you can use the search bar or Browse button to summon the program) and select Options.\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>Choose the graphics card.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Choose-graphics-preferrence.png\" alt=\"Choose graphics preference\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p>However, if you don\u2019t wish to go along with this workaround, consider getting an external cooler (such as a cooling pad) and use your laptop in an air-conditioned or well-ventilated room.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><b>\ud83d\udccc Related: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/choose-which-gpu-does-a-game-use-win-10\/\">Windows PC Guide: How to Set GPU as Primary for Apps and Games? <\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Solution 9: Limit your FPS<\/h3>\n<p>More frames per second means a more enjoyable gaming experience. However, it could also be why your laptop is overheating, as the game tasks your hardware resources.<\/p>\n<p>Try setting your FPS to a lower value. For instance, if it\u2019s 100, you can set it to 60. Doing so will reduce the strain on your graphics card and the heat produced.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s how to limit your FPS:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Launch your game and go to the settings area. If you\u2019ve started gaming, you can press Esc or the pause button and select <em>Settings<\/em> or <em>Options<\/em>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Settings-Horizon-Zero-Dawn.png\" alt=\"Launch your game and go to the settings area. If you\u2019ve started gaming, you can press Esc or the pause button and select Settings or Options.\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\">Horizon: Zero Dawn<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Switch to the display or graphics settings tab, depending on the game you\u2019re running.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Scroll through the options and set a limit next to the <em>FPS limit<\/em> entry.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/FPS-Limit-Horizon-Zero-Dawn.png\" alt=\"Scroll through the options and set a limit next to the FPS limit entry.\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\">Horizon: Zero Dawn<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>Apply your changes and return to the game. In some cases, you may have to restart the game for changes to take effect.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>\ud83d\udccc Also read:<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/boost-fps-in-cs-go\/\">How To Improve FPS in CS:GO \u2013 Comprehensive Guide<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Solution 10: Use lower graphics settings<\/h3>\n<p>Just like FPS, your game\u2019 s graphics settings can take a toll on your CPU and cause it to produce more heat than it should. This issue happens when your computer falls within the range of the game\u2019 s minimum requirements instead of the recommended specifications. Most games run at medium settings at default, but it\u2019 s possible that you may be running the highest settings and cranking up your thermals.<\/p>\n<p>Go to the game\u2019s settings interface and choose the medium settings. You can press the Esc button on your keyboard or tap the pause option on your controller, and then click <em>Settings<\/em> or <em>Options<\/em>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Options-Assassin_s-Creed-Odyssey.png\" alt=\"Go to the game\u2019s settings interface and choose the medium settings. You can press the Esc button on your keyboard or tap the pause option on your controller, and then click Settings or Options.\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\">Assassin\u2019s Creed: Odyssey<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p>If your computer\u2019s specs are close to the game\u2019s recommended system requirements, you can try out <em>High<\/em> settings (but not <em>Ultimate<\/em> or <em>Ultra-high<\/em>).<\/p>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Graphic-quality-High-Assassin_s-Creed-Odyssey.png\" alt=\"If your computer\u2019s specs are close to the game\u2019s recommended system requirements, you can try out High settings (but not Ultimate or Ultra-high).\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\">Assassin\u2019s Creed: Odyssey<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p>If your computer still struggles with those settings, reduce it further by choosing the <em>Low<\/em> or <em>Medium<\/em> option.<\/p>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Graphics-Settings-Low-Assassin_s-Creed-Odyssey.png\" alt=\"If your computer still struggles with those settings, reduce it further by choosing the Low or Medium option.\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p>In most cases, you can have custom settings where you set individual graphics settings like shadows, anti-aliasing, and environmental details to reduce the burden on your CPU and GPU.<\/p>\n<h3>Solution 11: Change your fan speeds<\/h3>\n<p>Your fans will cool your computer more effectively when they spin faster. It is also possible that the overheating issue is due to relatively slower fans. Thankfully, you can use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/best-windows-pc-software-for-fan-speed-control\/\">fan control software<\/a> to speed up your fans. Most gaming laptops come with built-in programs that help gamers monitor and control fan speeds. This way, they can keep their computers quieter or cooler.<\/p>\n<div class=\"notebox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\">Making your fans spin faster means they\u2019ll be louder. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<h3>Solution 12: Replace your charger<\/h3>\n<p>If your laptop begins to overheat when you plug in the charger while playing games, it could be that the charger is faulty.<\/p>\n<p>To check if this is the case, try using a different one and see if the issue will continue. Also, ensure your charger is the right one for your laptop.<\/p>\n<p>If it doesn\u2019t have the correct specs (wattage, output voltage, and so on), it\u2019ll cause overheating and may damage your laptop.<\/p>\n<h3>Solution 13: Check your laptop condition<\/h3>\n<p>If you want to address your laptop\u2019s overheating issues, there are several things you should look into:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">While playing games (or any other time, as long as your computer is turned on and running), ensure the room is well-ventilated. It\u2019s preferable to play your games in an air-conditioned room. This will keep your PC from heating up.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Make sure that the laptop is kept on a clean, flat surface. If you\u2019ve placed it on a soft surface like your bed, sofa, or pillow, the airflow gets hindered, and the temperature rises due to inadequate cooling. The fans also collect dust and dirt and aggravate the heating problem.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Your laptop is bound to collect dust over time. Therefore, if you notice that it overheats too often, you need <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/enjoy-a-dust-free-pc-expert-tips-on-how-to-clean-a-computer\/\">to clean out the dust <\/a> accumulated in the fans and vents.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">You should also consider using external cooling fans to boost your airflow and reduce heat generation.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">You may need to visit the official repair center to get your laptop checked by an expert and avoid voiding your warranty. The expert could also help you determine whether you need to replace your cooling unit or replenish your CPU\u2019s thermal paste.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"cta-block cta-block_main\" data-cta-type=\"main\" data-cta-position=\"bottom\">\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__heading lazyload\" data-bg=\"\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/themes\/auslogics-milenium\/assets\/images\/icons\/product\/chillmate.svg\">Download Auslogics ChillMate<\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__text\">Protect your CPU and other hardware from overheating, extend battery life, get your fans running quieter and help your laptop last longer with this smart tool.<\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__btn-group\">\r\n        <a class=\"cta-block__download-btn\" href=\"\/en\/software\/chillmate\/after-download\/\">Download for Free<\/a>\r\n        <a class=\"cta-block__learn-more\" href=\"\/en\/software\/chillmate\/\">Learn More<\/a>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__privacy\">\r\n        <a href=\"\/en\/legal\/\">Privacy Policy<\/a>&#8195;&#8194;\r\n        <a href=\"\/en\/eula\/\">EULA<\/a>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\n<h2>How to Cool Down Your Laptop While Gaming: Maintain Optimal Performance<\/h2>\n<p>These simple but effective solutions can help keep your gaming laptop at safe temperature levels even when playing demanding titles.<\/p>\n<p>Remember to allow your laptop to cool off once in a while when it starts getting too hot. You should also stay away from high graphics settings that can fry your CPU.<\/p>\n<p>Head to the comments section to share your laptop gaming experience and how you keep the heat down.<\/p>\n<h2>FAQ<\/h2>\n<div class=\"best-faq\">\r\n\t<div class=\"best-faq__header\">Can adjusting in-game settings alone prevent laptop overheating?<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"best-faq__content\">\r\n\t\tYes. You can directly reduce the pressure that gaming puts on your laptop\u2019s hardware by focusing only on adjusting the in-game settings. You can lower the graphics settings and make other adjustments to decrease the workload. This significantly decreases the heat generated in the process. It\u2019s a simple yet effective way to stop laptop overheating.\r\n\t\t\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"best-faq\">\r\n\t<div class=\"best-faq__header\">Do hardware upgrades effectively improve laptop cooling during gaming?<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"best-faq__content\">\r\n\t\tYes. Hardware upgrades are one of the best ways to keep your laptop cool while playing games. You can upgrade parts like the CPU or GPU for better-performing units to manage heat better. These enhanced components usually come with improved cooling systems. This ensures a more effective heat-cooling process.\r\n\t\t\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"best-faq\">\r\n\t<div class=\"best-faq__header\">How can I monitor my laptop's temperature while gaming?<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"best-faq__content\">\r\n\t\t\r\n\t\tThere are dedicated programs, such as MSI Afterburner, designed to display over games. Check our article about monitoring CPU temperature to find out more. \r\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"best-faq\">\r\n\t<div class=\"best-faq__header\">Does using a cooling pad significantly help reduce laptop overheating while gaming?<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"best-faq__content\">\r\n\t\tYes, using cooling pads helps with mitigating heat generation, as they help improve airflow.\r\n\t\t\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"best-faq\">\r\n\t<div class=\"best-faq__header\">What should I do if my laptop overheats even after reducing usage?<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"best-faq__content\">\r\n\t\tYou can try other solutions, like reducing your graphics settings, limiting your FPS, using cooling fans, and placing your laptop in a better position. You can also update Windows and your drivers to ensure the problem is not software-related.\r\n\t\t\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"best-faq\">\r\n\t<div class=\"best-faq__header\">How can overclocking cause overheating, and how do I undo it?<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"best-faq__content\">\r\n\t\tOverclocking almost always leads to overheating in laptops because your laptop manufacturer configures your cooling unit to handle the heat levels produced at your CPU and GPU\u2019s default clock speeds. Increasing those speeds means your processors will generate more heat than the cooling system can dissipate. If you overclocked through your BIOS, you can reset it to apply your default speeds. If you used software like Intel XTU, try using the reset option or reversing the changes you made.\r\n\t\t\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Do you want to know how to keep your gaming laptop cool? 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