The Xbox Series X overheating is a common issue that can happen if you are playing a very demanding game and the console does not have enough ventilation to keep itself cool. In some cases, the Xbox Series X can even turn off to protect itself from overheating. In this article, we are going to go over different ways in which you can keep the Xbox Series X from overheating.
6 Ways To Stop Your Xbox Series X From Overheating
Keep Your Xbox Series X Clean
Make sure that the Xbox Series X is clean so that there is no dust buildup that clogs the ventilation. You can use a duster around the fan or a blower to push out the dust. If you have smokers in the house then that can be harmful to your console. The same goes for pets. Animal hair can get into everything and that includes your Xbox Series X as well.
We recommend cleaning the console every 3 months. You do not need to take it apart. Just be sure that the area around the fan does not have any kind of buildup so that it can cool the components inside well enough.
Xbox Location
The fan is on the top and needs room so that it can push out air. The location and placement of the console are very important. Make sure that it is not in a confined space and that it has plenty of room to pull in cool air and push out hot air.
Make sure that there is nothing covering the console and that there is nothing close to the top. If there is something covering the console then there will be no place for the hot air to go. That is going to lead to problems including game crashes. You should not have the console inside a cabinet that is closed off and does not have proper ventilation.
Not only do you need to keep the top clear, but you also have to keep clearance at the back as well. Make sure that the console is at least 6 inches away from the wall.
Set Xbox In A Vertical Position
While you can place the console both vertically and horizontally, it is clear to see that the console was meant to be used in the vertical orientation. The horizontal placement just looks weird. I do recommend using the console in the vertical orientation in order to get the best airflow.
If you have limited space then you can place it horizontally but be sure to clean it regularly if that is indeed the case.
Give The Console A Break
Gaming for long periods of time is going to put a lot of stress on the console. Playing games for long periods of time is going to make the console work overtime. This means that it has more chances of overheating. Remember to let your console take a break every now and then. You yourself should take a break as well. Taking short breaks is going to be good for yourself and the console. This is going to increase the life of your console and keep it from overheating.
Avoid Placement On Carpet
You should not place the console on the carpet as that is going to restrict airflow. Also, whatever is in your carpet is going to get pushed into your console and that is something that could be troublesome down the line.
Make sure that you have the console on a flat and clean surface and remember to clean the surface the console is on when you clean the console itself. Something like a shelf or table should work well.
Add Vertical Cooling Stand
If the above-mentioned methods are not working for you then it might be time to invest in a cooling stand. There are plenty of different models that you can choose from but they basically have a base that has a fan that blows air into the console from the bottom. You can place the console on the base in order to increase airflow and allow the internals to remain cool even while gaming for long periods of time.
The cooling stand can have additional features like docks for keeping and charging your controllers and a place for all your games. It should go well with the rest of your gaming setup. Some models even come with a headphone stand and a couple of USB ports.
Check out some of the most popular cooling stands below:
These are the different tips and tricks that you can use to ensure your Xbox Series X stays cool and keep it from overheating.
Wrapping Up
You should now have your Xbox set up in a way that helps to avoid over heating. With these tips and a routine cleaning of your Xbox Series X you should be able to avoid overheating. Now you can enjoy marathon gaming sessions without worrying about your system shutting off. That’s definitely something you do not want to happen when you are streaming live to an audience!
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