Game crash occurred without BSOD or error alerts
Game crash occurred without BSOD or error alerts
I was taken aback by how high it climbed, particularly given the lack of warmth in Cinebench results. With Prime95 I observe peak temperatures around 94°C (as per hwinfo64 during testing). Utilizing Scythe Fuma 2 and thermal grizzly Kryonaut works well—both fans on the cooler are active. The hard disk Sentinel indicates health levels between 89% and 100%. The C drive, where the game is installed, shows a usage of 99%.
I just had an unexpected thought while reading this. The cooler should maintain a 5600X below 50°C. If it's a faulty CPU sample, temperatures might reach 60-70°C. You might need to re-seat the CPU (verify the pins), repaste, and remount the cooler. Also, make sure the case has proper airflow.
Sure, I understand what you're going through. You're following the advice given and trying to optimize your setup. For airflow, you're using a Corsair 400D Airflow with a push-pull arrangement—three 120mm intakes on the front and one 120mm exhaust at the back, plus the two CPU fans helping circulate air toward the rear. You mentioned you'll double-check it later. Good luck!
It's confusing. I'm worried the board could be overvolting, which might be serious, but the CPU could also be the issue. Please go through the steps and let me know. That way we can learn more.
I disassembled the PC and reviewed the images provided. The thermal paste application appeared adequate, but I cleaned it off and reapplied it after verifying I hadn’t omitted the protective cover beneath the heatsink. The CPU showed no signs of damage—no bent or missing pins—and the heatsink was securely tightened. I adjusted the fan placement on the heatsink, which seems to have improved performance. Running Prime95 now brought temperatures down to around 65°C. However, crashes persist. It might be time to replace the power supply unit. Additionally, I’m switching the power cable from another device to a dedicated one so the computer runs alone.
You're currently replacing the PSU, but for clarity... Are there any obvious problems with the cabling on the PSU? I've confirmed the 2 PCIe cables are properly connected in the correct ports, and everything is fully inserted. My concern is mainly with the CPU—why would that matter? I don't see any visible issues, but who knows what might be happening now... It's plugged into the MB/CPU ports on one side and the CPU on the other.
EDIT: After inspecting, no damage appears through the fans, and the cables look fine.
Second EDIT: Switched to a Bequiet! 650W power supply, ready for testing. Any unusual signs you notice?
You can detach the cables from the power supply and verify if all the pins in the connectors are accessible. Based on the images, everything seems okay. You may attempt testing the MBO/CPU or the 8-pin slot in the CPU compartment. How recent is the power supply unit? Does this issue occur with other PSUs as well? Are you able to find a PSU tester on platforms like Amazon, AliExpress, eBay, etc.? Have you checked the voltage of your CMOS battery?
Hey 191x7, I powered down everything and changed to another PSU. Apart from a bothersome buzz during gameplay—why I initially switched to that Enermax model—I've had a smooth hour-long session without any crashes. I'll keep trying and might test the PCIE cable connection by moving it to slot 2. If that doesn't help, I'll have to accept the noise. From checking the first PSU cable, all connections look correct. The Enermax is relatively new, probably around 3 years old, and I bought it brand new. I'll consider getting a PSU tester if the problem recurs. I haven't checked the CMOS voltage yet, and I don't have a multimeter, so I might get one later. Thanks a lot for your support!
A multimeter is definitely useful to own. For a PSU tester, a budget option with a display is helpful, particularly for PC work or if you're into tinkering, though it may not be necessary if you're only checking one PSU. Regarding the CMOS battery, you can swap it out even if it's still functional—it won't cause issues—and CR2032 batteries are inexpensive. Just keep in mind that software readings shouldn't be relied upon.