Depending on your system, you can either lower the Thermal Design Point (TDP) through the Intel Thermal Framework settings, or simply underclock the CPU through Processor Power Management. Underclocking your processor (CPU) is an effective way of saving a significant amount of power, as long as you don't mind performance also taking a hit. (You will now be able to tweak settings to your preference.) If the default power plans don't cut it, you can create your own:
Here's how:Ĭlick the dropdown menu in the Battery Options section.Ĭlick the checkbox next to Allow video to play at a lower resolution when on battery. If you're trying desperately to see how your movie ends and you see the battery draining away quickly, you can change some settings that will optimize battery life for watching videos.