I'm also new to mining and all that jargon have me confused.
Nevertheless to say, I am using an HP Pavilion DV73186CL Notebook being this as the client computer. CPU/GPU/RAM and whatsoever are all stock.
I don't keep it on 24/7 due to overheating concerns
Well there isn't much you can do in the line of modifications to a Notebook for Bitcoin Mining. With that sort of set up you are stuck at what you are currently getting.
If you are serious about mining and are wanting a return you should check out the listings that are kept on
https://en.bitcoin.it/wiki/Mining_rig they hold cost and effectiveness breakdowns on machines. The best bet for mining bitcoins seriously is building a desktop from the ground up with the specifications listed there.
Best of luck!