Unlike most desktop PCs, a laptop’s hardware components are located close together with little room for air movement. Because they are prone to overheating, you should watch for signs of thermal stress and protect your laptop’s fans from blocking to protect your device from irreparable damage.
Is your laptop too hot?
A laptop that is too hot can actually burn you. Sony has recalled thousands of VAIO laptops due to possible fire hazards. There is also some evidence that working with a hot laptop on your lap could potentially cause male infertility.
As for the device itself, running a laptop at very high temperatures will lead to hardware component failure (video cards, motherboards, memory modules, hard drives, and more are susceptible to damage) and shorten the lifespan of your computer. It can also be a fire hazard; defective laptops have even caused houses to burn down.
If your laptop feels warm and exhibits any of the following issues, it is likely that it is overheating or overheating:
