Restore HP laptop BIOS to update old settings For undervolting purposes
Restore HP laptop BIOS to update old settings For undervolting purposes
Hi, I'm a university student who recently began using my laptop again for demanding CPU games. Previously, I kept the system undervolted to manage heat and boost performance, but after an accidental BIOS update, that's no longer possible (throttling options are now grayed out). HP doesn't appear to let you downgrade the BIOS, which feels strange since plundervolt is only a real issue with Intel SGX—something I don’t use. Anyone have suggestions on how to restore the ability to undervolt? It seems odd that HP can remove an option they included, yet end up leaving me with overheating issues at high loads. My processor is an Intel I7-8750H, which was known for running hot but could gain significant speed with proper undervolting (around -200 mV). Thanks in advance for any help!
In Throttlestop's grey options, it seems no alternative software offers improvement. Your BIOS doesn't have a setting for manual CPU voltage adjustment. Unfortunately, that's all you can do. Wishing you success!
Thanks for your response! It looks like those choices aren't available in the official BIOS. I was hoping there might be an unofficial method to lower the BIOS settings... Otherwise, I'll have to stick with the high-performance CPU right now. Unfortunately, I can't afford to purchase parts at the moment, but it's a good reminder to plan for a homebuilt build later.
I favor AMD mainly because its platforms have lasted longer than Intel's. Even though the AM4 lineup is set to end, there are solid offers for AM4 devices right now. If you're looking for a laptop, the Linus laptop at https://frame.work is a great choice—it's straightforward to set up and upgrade. It may be on the higher end in price but is highly user-friendly and easy to repair. Have a pleasant day!