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My laptop gets extremely hot to the touch, especially when I'm running demanding applications. I'm worried about long-term damage if it continues to overheat like this.

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My laptop gets extremely hot to the touch, especially when I'm running demanding applications. I'm worried about long-term damage if it continues to overheat like this.
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Выявленные причины

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Run GPU Stress Tests

75%

Utilize benchmarking and stress testing tools (e.g., FurMark, 3DMark) to push the GPU and check for stability.

Test Graphics Card in Another System

75%

If possible, install the graphics card in a different computer to see if the issues persist.

Clean Dust from GPU and Case

75%

Physically clean the graphics card's heatsink and fans, as well as the computer case, to improve airflow.

Monitor GPU Temperatures

75%

Use monitoring software (e.g., MSI Afterburner, HWMonitor) to check GPU temperatures during demanding tasks.

Roll Back Drivers

75%

If the issue started after a recent driver update, consider rolling back to a previous stable version through Device Manager.

Perform a Clean Driver Installation

75%

Utilize a tool like Display Driver Uninstaller (DDU) to remove all traces of existing drivers before installing fresh ones.

Clean Install Drivers

75%

Use a driver uninstaller tool to completely remove old drivers before installing new ones.

Update Graphics Drivers

75%

Download and install the latest drivers from the manufacturer's website (NVIDIA, AMD, Intel).

Perform a Clean Boot

75%

Temporarily disable non-essential startup programs and services to see if a conflict is resolved. Instructions can be found by searching for 'how to perform a clean boot'.

Close Unnecessary Applications

75%

Ensure no other applications that might use the webcam (e.g., video conferencing software, camera apps) are running in the background.

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Выявленные причины

Dust Buildup in Cooling System

90%

Accumulated dust obstructs airflow through the heatsinks and fans, preventing efficient heat dissipation. This is a very common cause of overheating in laptops.

High CPU/GPU Load from Demanding Applications

75%

Running resource-intensive software naturally pushes the processor and graphics card to their limits, generating more heat. If the cooling system can't keep up, overheating occurs.

Poor Ventilation or Blocked Airflow

70%

Using the laptop on soft surfaces like beds or laps can block the air intake vents, trapping heat. Insufficient ambient airflow also contributes to higher internal temperatures.

Failing or Inefficient Thermal Paste

60%

The thermal paste between the CPU/GPU and the heatsink degrades over time, reducing its ability to transfer heat. This leads to components running hotter than they should.

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