My device's battery

[5CD3338FVV]

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Hello, I just bought my device for studying, but I also want to play some light games like hollow knight. However, I'm worried about the battery lifespan because I enjoy playing games a lot—around 7 to 10 hours a day. Since the performance is at its best when the charger is plugged in, I'm afraid the battery might get damaged. It's still new, after all. Should I play games or avoid them, even though the game is relatively light? I’d like your opinion on how to keep the battery healthy for the next 5 years.

[Garp_senchau]

@5CD3338FVV, Welcome to HP Support Community,

Thank you for posting your query; I’m here to help by guiding you through steps to resolve this issue

First off, it's great to hear you're enjoying your new HP Laptop! The HP Laptop PC 15s-fq2000 is designed to be a reliable device for both studying and light gaming like Hollow Knight, so it should be able to handle those tasks without issue. However, I understand your concerns about battery health, especially if you're playing games for several hours a day.

Battery Health:

Playing games for 7-10 hours a day will use more battery and can shorten its lifespan over time, but it’s okay if you keep it plugged in while playing.

Best Practice:

Play while plugged in: This is the best way to avoid battery wear and keep your laptop running well.

Avoid deep discharges: Don’t let the battery go under 20-30% often.

Battery Care Tips:

Charge between 50-80% if you're not using the battery much.

Keep it cool: Avoid overheating by using it on a flat surface and possibly using a cooling pad during gaming.

Gaming Performance:

Hollow Knight is a light game, so it won’t strain your laptop much, but always plug it in during long gaming sessions to keep performance steady.

In short: It’s fine to game, just plug it in while you’re playing, and avoid letting the battery get too low. This will help your battery last longer!

Also, you may refer this article: Maximising Laptop Battery Life: Tips and Tricks | HP® Tech Takes < Tech Takes - HP.com India

I hope this helps.

Please feel free to reply here if you have any questions or if you need further clarification on any of the steps. 

Take care and have a good day. 

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