Update GPU drivers to the latest stable version
Update Windows and chipset drivers
Set Windows power mode to Best performance
Plug in the charger before VR use
Enable discrete GPU only if your laptop supports it
Set the VR app and game to use the dedicated GPU
Close background apps and overlays
Disable unnecessary startup programs
Turn off battery saver and power throttling
Set laptop cooling mode to maximum performance
Use a cooling pad or elevate the rear of the laptop
Keep vents clear and clean dust from fans
Lower in-game graphics settings
Reduce render resolution or supersampling
Disable or reduce anti-aliasing
Lower shadows, reflections, and post-processing
Cap frame rate to a stable value
Enable motion smoothing or reprojection if needed
Use fullscreen or exclusive mode when available
Set the VR runtime correctly for your headset
Keep the headset firmware and software updated
Use the recommended USB ports and cables
Disable USB power saving for VR devices
Check headset tracking sensor placement and lighting
Use wired Ethernet instead of Wi-Fi when possible
Free up SSD space and keep games on an SSD
Monitor temperatures and GPU/CPU usage
Undervolt CPU or GPU only if supported and stable
Avoid running heavy apps while gaming
Reboot before long VR sessions
Set Windows graphics settings to high performance for VR apps
Match headset refresh rate to what the laptop can sustain
Lower headset resolution if performance is unstable