# Optimize performance with thermal tuning Thermal tuning monitors, controls, and optimizes temperature across various components of the chip. It ensures that the chip isn’t overheated, which can degrade its performance. ## Next steps - [Configure a thermal zone](https://docs.qualcomm.com/doc/80-70022-30/topic/customize.html#thermal-zone) - [Regulate temperature with fan controller](https://docs.qualcomm.com/doc/80-70022-30/topic/fan-controller.html#fan-controller) Last Published: Sep 25, 2025 [Previous Topic Receive sensor temperature notifications](https://docs.qualcomm.com/bundle/publicresource/80-70022-30/topics/notificationtouserspace.md) [Next Topic Configure a thermal zone](https://docs.qualcomm.com/bundle/publicresource/80-70022-30/topics/customize.md)