GPU usage decreases to zero during the middle of the game.
GPU usage decreases to zero during the middle of the game.
Hello, I recently assembled my first decent computer and have encountered a minor problem. Occasionally, when playing GTA V, the game freezes significantly, and my GPU usage drops to zero percent, which forces me to restart the system. This has only occurred once during about two hours of gameplay, but it’s quite bothersome when it happens. Here’s what I have set up:
- Asus B365M-A motherboard
- Intel I5 9600k processor
- Two 16GB Corsair Vengeance memory modules at 2400mhz
- Gigabyte Nvidia 1650 overclocked model (+150mhz core, +900mhz memory)
Usually, when running GTA V, my GPU usage stays between 60-80%, and the temperature remains below 65°C. Based on this, I suspect two possible causes:
1. My overclocking issue – it might be the card entering a fail-safe mode, but the afterburner OC scanner shows a high confidence level.
2. My power supply unit – it’s a relatively weak 380W unit that makes a noticeable whining noise when under stress. I doubt it would exclusively cut power to the GPU, which makes me lean toward the second possibility, though it remains a concern.
If anyone has any advice or if this is just a beginner error, please let me know. Thanks!
1) Afterburner's OC Scanner consistently mentioned that, based on my experience, it wasn't accurate, so I stopped using it.
2) You understand that the GPU overclocking is putting more strain on the '380w thing,' correct? Turn off the overclock until the new model arrives, and it might perform better without such issues.
Heck, it could even prevent freezing...
Consider setting a FPS limit, such as 120fps, depending on your settings.
1) Afterburner's OC Scanner consistently mentioned that, based on my experience, it wasn't accurate, so I stopped using it.
2) You understand that the GPU overclock is putting more strain on the '380w thing,' correct? Turn off the overclock until the new model arrives, and it might perform better without such issues.
Heck, it could even prevent freezing...
Consider setting a FPS limit, such as 120fps, depending on your settings.
I've received the updated power supply, which has fully resolved my problems.