01
Install laptop drivers
Complete the laptop manufacturer's initial driver setup. Check that chipset and platform-management drivers are installed.
Choose an appropriate **Windows power mode** for charging and battery use, then verify its effect.
Requirements
- Windows 11 25H2 x64
- Gaming laptop with available Windows power modes
- Laptop charger
Instructions
02
Connect the charger
Connect the original or manufacturer-approved power adapter before configuring gaming performance.
03
Open Power settings
Go to **Settings > System > Power & battery**. Find **Power mode** under the available power controls.
04
Choose plugged-in behavior
Select **Best performance** if available and appropriate for gaming. Check whether the manufacturer's control application offers an additional performance profile.
05
Configure battery behavior
Disconnect the charger and choose **Balanced** or **Best power efficiency** if Windows exposes separate battery settings.
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Verify the configuration
Reconnect power, run a familiar game, and check its performance and cooling behavior. Confirm the desired mode remains selected.
tipSome laptops let manufacturer profiles override Windows power settings.
Common issues
Power mode is unavailable.
Check laptop management drivers, manufacturer utilities, and active power plan restrictions.
Performance does not change.
Check the GPU selection, charger wattage, and laptop-specific performance mode.
Frequently asked
Should Best performance stay enabled all the time?
Not necessarily. Balanced is often more suitable for everyday use.
Can power mode control fan curves?
Windows power mode does not guarantee direct fan control; manufacturers manage many cooling profiles separately.
How to undo this
Return to **Power & battery** and select **Balanced**. Restore the laptop manufacturer's default performance profile if you changed it.
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