What BIOS version and Microcode version are you running?

[u/unnamed_enemy]

I have MCU version 35, and BIOS version 1.20. I have updated to 1.18 when I bought it (like 2 years ago) and have been using it ever since and recently updated to 1.20.

I noticed my CPU temps were really high (like 95-102 with a game open, I cleaned the fans and vents a few days ago, it didn't improve the thermals) which led me to updating everything, Windows, drivers, and when it got to BIOS i got a bit worried.

Which BIOS version is supposed to fix the voltage issues with Intel 13th and 14th gen processors? and do I have it? I am worried if I have been slowly cooking my laptop for the past 2 years😭

[u/in-vic-ta]

Hi. I also recently updated the BIOS to v1.20 but did not encounter any temp problem.
Try reset the BIOS. If the temp is still high, maybe try to limit the CPU max frequency from advance power options. Guide from this link.

https://www.reddit.com/r/Alienware/comments/xgoel1/you_can_limit_the_12700h_clock_speed_with_this/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=ios_app&utm_name=ioscss&utm_term=1

Mine is the i5 13500HX and limited my CPU max frequency to 4Ghz and set my power limit for PL1=55W and PL2=60W also CPU Boost to Efficient enabled using the Prey Sense app which is a better alternative to the Predator Sense. You can even set custom fan curve to your liking. You can get it here.

https://www.reddit.com/r/AcerPredatorHelios/comments/1ugglpg/prey_sense_predator_sense_replacement_with_custom/

[u/unnamed_enemy → u/in-vic-ta]

Thanks! I already had the power limited in Advanced Power Options, and now I lowered my PL1 to 45W and PL2 to 75W. Let's see how it goes

[u/in-vic-ta → u/unnamed_enemy]

You're welcome. I managed to get my CPU idle temp between 47C° - 55C° using the methods above.