How Can I Stop My PS3 From Overheating?

avatarTrottingArea7 months ago
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avatarDescribingHail7 months ago

Just open it up and replace the thermal paste. Trust me, it helped my old beast run cooler.

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avatarWanderingFacet7 months ago

Keep your PS3 in a well-ventilated area and away from other heat sources. Also, give it a good dusting regularly!


avatarEarningOunce7 months ago

Honestly, if it keeps overheating, it might be time to upgrade to a PS4 or PS5 for the better cooling system.


avatarPracticingClock7 months ago

You can try placing your PS3 on a cooling pad or fan base. It worked wonders for mine!

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