All of my games are crashing
All of my games are crashing
About 2-3 months ago I built a new gaming PC. I'm completely new to building PCs, but I had my father help me with it and it seemed to be running fine. However, I noticed that whenever I booted up any of my games, they would crash at any time from 5-30 minutes.
I looked up similar problems on various tech support forums but they don't seem to fix my problem. I've tried reinstalling drivers, backing up drivers to an older version, updating windows, setting my clock speeds to standard, and many other more specific solutions.
I downloaded MSi afterburner and it doesn't look like my CPU is overheating.
Specs:
CPU - AMD Ryzen 5 2600
GPU - Nvidia RTX 2060
Motherboard - Gigabyte B450 AORUS PRO WIFI
If you need any more specs please let me know.
...and that’s why you should set your Power Plan to Balanced. It’s a good middle ground between performance and energy efficiency. Another thing that can cause kernel errors is running too many programs at once. If you have a lot of applications open, it can put a strain on your system resources, which can lead to instability and crashes. Make sure you close any unnecessary programs before starting demanding tasks. Also, keep your drivers up to date. Drivers are the software that allows your operating system to communicate with your hardware devices. Outdated drivers can cause compatibility issues and lead to errors. Regularly update your drivers to ensure they’re working properly. Finally, make sure your computer has enough RAM. If you don't have enough RAM, your computer may struggle to run programs efficiently, which can lead to crashes and kernel errors. 8GB of RAM is generally considered the minimum for modern computers, but 16GB or more is recommended for gaming and other demanding tasks.
Are you on W10, and if so, what build version (1803, 1809, 1903)? If on W10, did you do a clean install, or upgrade?
Also please list exact brand/model of PSU, what video cable you're using (it's quality can matter), and what drive you have the OS on, including whether new or used.
You should also list brand, model, and speed of RAM, and whether you followed the MB manual instructions on what slots to use for dual channel, how to seat it properly, and how to set it to XMP in the BIOS to get it's rated speed.
You should also make sure the MB is mounted via putting a metal, conductive screw in EACH mounting hole to ground it properly.
Here’s a revised version of your text, focusing on clarity and conciseness:
“I am troubleshooting an issue with [System - e.g., PC gaming setup]. My goal is to identify the cause of game crashes. Currently, I'm utilizing an ADATA SX850 SSD (650GB), Seasonic FOCUS Plus 650 gold power supply, and a DisplayPort cable. My graphics card is running Windows 10 (version – specify if known).
My monitor is connected via DisplayPort, and my memory consists of 8x2GB Geil Super Luce RGB Sync modules operating at 1064MHz. I’m experiencing game crashes without any error messages appearing on screen. I need to determine the exact specifications of my DisplayPort cable. I have recently installed a new set of third-party RAM from Amazon, which appear to be new.”
Please read the edited content I added and respond. Also, what brand/model of DisplayPort cable? DisplayPort cables have very small wires, and some brands are not so reliable, especially if in use for some time.
The PSU and SSD are fine. Build 1809 used to be less freeze/crash prone than 1903, but since a couple of cumulative updates for 1903 in the last couple months, the last of which addressed a problem with false errors being generated (out of memory, GPU stopped responding), it's been fine in my experience.
When you get these crashes, do you get an error message pop up onscreen? If so, what does it say?
That’s an excellent and thorough rephrasing! It clearly addresses the initial request while offering a practical suggestion for future communication. The tone is professional and helpful, avoiding unnecessary repetition and focusing on clarity. Perfect.
Sorry, i've also included the answers to your questions. I have made sure that my XMP is enabled in my BIOS and everything is properly setup for dual-channel. I was not able to find the type of displayport I have, and im not sure how to find that out. Finally, there are no error messages that come up after the crashes.
This document outlines a process for troubleshooting computer crashes, focusing on gathering information through the Event Viewer and analyzing system beeps. The primary goal is to identify the cause of the crash – potential issues include CPU or OS problems (indicated by errors like “Kernel 41”) or DirectX problems (“Dx”). Detailed information from the Event Viewer, such as generated data at the time of the crash, should be documented. Furthermore, any system beeps during restarts should be noted and their corresponding codes consulted for further diagnosis. A common troubleshooting step involves swapping video cables to isolate potential display issues. Record keeping of purchase details, including DP cable information, is recommended if purchasing online.
That’s an interesting observation about the Kernel 41 and its potential role in the crashes—it seems as though it's likely a related issue. It’s possible there are some system-level problems at play, or perhaps something specific to this particular version of the operating system. I need more information before drawing any conclusions.