Issues with Yoga Pro 7 14ARP8 performance and temperature control.
Issues with Yoga Pro 7 14ARP8 performance and temperature control.
Hey, I've been using my dad's Lenovo Yoga Pro 7 for a while now. The PC isn't working well lately—performance is slow, RAM usage spikes after unblocking, and some services are still problematic even with Counter-Strike. FPS drops a lot, and it's unstable on Mac Java. I've updated the BIOS, Windows, drivers, and even tried Vantage, but nothing seems to help. It also gets very hot, even when watching Twitch in Chrome. Is this normal for this model?
The actual operating temperatures for the CPU and GPU vary depending on the conditions. At idle, they typically range between 60°C to 80°C. Under load, temperatures can rise to around 85°C to 95°C. Specific values depend on the system configuration and usage.
Idle on Chrome while keeping Twitter open:
https://imgur.com/a/DsWgWhX
See also: https://imgur.com/a/DsWgWhX
Working on Java coding and Maven jar compilation with Zed using Chrome open:
https://imgur.com/a/LpsQp1B
View: https://imgur.com/a/LpsQp1B
Peak temperature reaches 78-80°C during Maven builds
Running MC Java 1.21.11 with performance enhancements in a World with Chrome open:
https://imgur.com/a/YtBfKNn
View: https://imgur.com/a/YtBfKNn
Operating my local MC Paper dev server with MC open and Chrome:
https://imgur.com/a/xvkg92s
View: https://imgur.com/a/xvkg92s
You might also consider using a cooling pad (there are many options) with your laptop. In reality, the results vary, especially depending on where your vents are and how the pad directs airflow.
Avoid placing it on any soft material that blocks air movement—this is especially important since the "laptop" itself can restrict ventilation.
Some users have adjusted their power settings to reduce peak CPU usage by lowering performance levels from 100% to 99%. This change typically helps decrease temperatures without noticeably affecting overall performance.
Does the 99% rule really turn off boosts? If that's the case, fine, I'm willing to give it a shot.
Sure, try it and let me know if it improves things. Consider power use and heat output as well.
Did a small CS2 test after cleaning the intakes just to check temperatures, as I hadn’t done that before in the other message? The temps look lower, but performance remains poor. Running at 1080p fullscreen windowed at 120Hz instead of laptop internal resolution which is higher. The screenshot appears a bit distorted because of dual monitors. I had to blur some areas.