TTU

2mo

The capacity figures you've provided indicate that your battery's full charge capacity (51,480 mWh) is slightly above its design capacity (50,500 mWh), which typically suggests that the battery is in good health. However, the battery life of only 1 hour and 20 minutes at full charge is notably low, especially for a modern laptop.

Here are some factors and steps to consider to determine if the battery is the actual problem or if other factors might be contributing:

1. Power Consumption:

• Check the power settings on your laptop. High-performance settings, screen brightness, and running demanding applications can significantly reduce battery life.
• Use the "Battery Saver" mode to see if it extends the battery life.

2. Background Processes:

• Open Task Manager (Ctrl + Shift + Esc) and look at the processes running in the background. High CPU usage from background processes can drain the battery quickly.

3. Hardware Issues:

• Components such as a failing hard drive or faulty hardware can cause higher power consumption.
• Disconnect any external peripherals (like USB devices) to see if they are contributing to the battery drain.

4. Software and Drivers:

• Ensure that all drivers, especially the chipset and power management drivers, are up to date.
• Check for any power management software from the laptop manufacturer that might need installation or updating.

1. Check Power Report:

• Revisit the battery report (powercfg /batteryreport) and look at the recent usage section. This will show you how the battery is being used and can highlight any abnormal power drains.

2. Calibrate the Battery:

• Fully charge the battery to 100% and then use the laptop until the battery is completely drained. Recharge it to 100% again without interruptions. This can sometimes recalibrate the battery sensor.

3. Battery Testing Software:

• Use the laptop manufacturer's battery testing software if available. This can sometimes provide more detailed insights into the battery's health.

4. Run Power Troubleshooter:

• Go to Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot > Power and run the troubleshooter to find and fix any power-related issues.

While the capacity numbers suggest the battery itself is in good health, the significantly low battery life indicates there might be another issue at play, possibly related to power settings, software, or hardware components. Follow the above steps to diagnose the problem further. If you still experience issues after these steps, the battery might still be the problem despite the capacity numbers, or you might need professional assistance to diagnose any underlying hardware issues.

kanyewest

2mo

Is it a gaming laptop, they drain pretty quickly and you gotta keep them plugged in while using them

Valorous Vieira

2mo

Thank you TTU for the detailed explanation! It's amazing what us humans can do when we pool our strengths together.

TTU

2mo

The capacity figures you've provided indicate that your battery's full charge capacity (51,480 mWh) is slightly above its design capacity (50,500 mWh), which typically suggests that the battery is in good health. However, the battery life of only 1 hour and 20 minutes at full charge is notably low, especially for a modern laptop.

Here are some factors and steps to consider to determine if the battery is the actual problem or if other factors might be contributing:

1. Power Consumption:

• Check the power settings on your laptop. High-performance settings, screen brightness, and running demanding applications can significantly reduce battery life.
• Use the "Battery Saver" mode to see if it extends the battery life.

2. Background Processes:

• Open Task Manager (Ctrl + Shift + Esc) and look at the processes running in the background. High CPU usage from background processes can drain the battery quickly.

3. Hardware Issues:

• Components such as a failing hard drive or faulty hardware can cause higher power consumption.
• Disconnect any external peripherals (like USB devices) to see if they are contributing to the battery drain.

4. Software and Drivers:

• Ensure that all drivers, especially the chipset and power management drivers, are up to date.
• Check for any power management software from the laptop manufacturer that might need installation or updating.

1. Check Power Report:

• Revisit the battery report (powercfg /batteryreport) and look at the recent usage section. This will show you how the battery is being used and can highlight any abnormal power drains.

2. Calibrate the Battery:

• Fully charge the battery to 100% and then use the laptop until the battery is completely drained. Recharge it to 100% again without interruptions. This can sometimes recalibrate the battery sensor.

3. Battery Testing Software:

• Use the laptop manufacturer's battery testing software if available. This can sometimes provide more detailed insights into the battery's health.

4. Run Power Troubleshooter:

• Go to Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot > Power and run the troubleshooter to find and fix any power-related issues.

While the capacity numbers suggest the battery itself is in good health, the significantly low battery life indicates there might be another issue at play, possibly related to power settings, software, or hardware components. Follow the above steps to diagnose the problem further. If you still experience issues after these steps, the battery might still be the problem despite the capacity numbers, or you might need professional assistance to diagnose any underlying hardware issues.

TTU

2mo

Hope this helps x

Personally I’d take it to your IT team at work for deeper diagnostics x

B M

2mo

I know you typed this word for word sis

Valorous Vieira

2mo

First, I will run through the instructions you've thoughtfully typed out for me. If those don't help, I will have to shoot the IT department an email regarding the fraudulent piece of hardware they have sold me.

TTU

2mo

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Valorous Vieira

2mo

First, I will run through the instructions you've thoughtfully typed out for me. If those don't help, I will have to shoot the IT department an email regarding the fraudulent piece of hardware they have sold me.

sandshrew

2mo

put a Supreme bogo sticker on it, battery will last longer

Valorous Vieira

2mo

This is not a gaming laptop. My colleague tested their laptop (same model) and the battery drained at a normal rate over there!

lil ufo

2mo

is there anything different between yours and his laptop? like the windows version or the use or the purchase date