Consoles are actually computers too. Thanks to this, it may be worth preparing for performance degradation at high temperatures.
04/12/2024 – Just like people, devices can also suffer from high temperatures. Consoles are no exception to this. Although designers try to provide these devices with as much cooling efficiency as possible, unfortunately external conditions can always throw the consoles out of the optimal position. Fortunately, consoles have excellent security solutions, but in critical cases, unfavorable temperatures can feature lag and low FPS. Not to mention the high level of noise from the fans, as the system runs them at maximum power to ensure a fairly appropriate temperature. One can often consider using some external device to help cool the console itself. The good news is that this is not necessary, the bad news is that sometimes it doesn't hurt to take a little care of our console from the hardware and software side.
Check out the fans
No matter how simple it may seem, many people don't look at the console for a year or two after placing it next to the TV. In most cases, overheating and loud operation can be attributed to dust buildup, or in the case of pets, hair, or a combination of these things. As a result, the airflow may be insufficient and a problem will actually occur as the device does not get fresh, cool air. Turn off the console, wait for it to cool down, then check these slots. In many cases, a microfiber cloth is sufficient and the console can actually get more air.
Reposition if necessary
Lack of space can also cause serious problems
No matter how good it looks when your Xbox Series The fresher the air and, last but not least, the cooler near the console, the more overheating can be avoided. Therefore, it is beneficial to place the machines in a place where there is plenty of space. It is also not worth placing machines close to heat sources, because the air heated by a radiator, convector or heater does not help much in cooling the chips. Overall, it can also be said that both the PS5 and Xbox Series
Software cleaning
Consoles are less susceptible to software annoyances than PCs, but the operating systems created by Microsoft and Sony aren't without flaws either. There are much fewer chances to clean it, but fortunately it is not impossible. It's definitely worth clearing your cache from time to time, especially if you often change the games you watch on the console. In the case of Xbox Series
Clear cache on Xbox Series
Clear Xbox Bluray cache
- Press the Xbox button on the controller
- Open Settings
- Select the “Devices and Connections” menu item, then the Blu-Ray option
- Next, under the Persistent Storage option, you should select the Clear Persistent Storage option
Clear your Xbox cache
- Press the Xbox button on the controller
- Go to settings
- Select the system / system > Console information > Reset the console road
- Of the two options Reset and save games and apps Option to keep games and apps
Play Station
- Turn off the PlayStation
- Press and hold the power button until you hear a nice loud beep
- Meanwhile, the DualSense controller must be connected to the console using a cable
- Press the PS button on the controller
- Choose from the options that appear on the screen CRemove the cache and rebuild the database, then clear the system software cache and press OK.
Full reset
If more serious anomalies occur, a full system reset may also be necessary. This is rare, but always an option of last resort.
X-Box
- Press the Xbox button on the controller
- Go to settings
- Select the system / system > Console information > Reset the console road
- Then choose Reset and remove everything / remove all data Complete deletion option
Play Station
- Go to settings
- Go to the System menu item, then the System software option
- Select reset options
Is this not enough?
If you've managed to clean up the controllers a bit both physically and software, but the controller is still very loud or there's a noticeable drop in FPS, it's definitely time to get a warranty. There's a good chance there's a more complex issue going on in the background, not just overheating. It's not worth trying DIY solutions, as 90% of people make the situation worse. It is worth visiting the official Sony And Microsoft Service centers, as here the valuable machine is guaranteed to be in the hands of competent people, while in the case of “corner” shops the picture can be quite mixed.
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