Is the computer stuck during a tough game?
Is the computer stuck during a tough game?
Hello everyone.
I've been playing Dragon's Dogma 2 for a few days without any issues until around March 25th. After that, launching the game causes the whole computer to freeze after just 30 seconds to 2 minutes of playtime. The sound becomes stuck and I can't do anything. Worse still, after several crashes yesterday, it started happening even when I was browsing the internet or opening some indie games like Against the Storm. Today, I managed to play Honkai: Star Rail without problems, but as soon as I started Dragon's Dogma 2, the computer froze.
What's notable is that when the PC freezes, the fans still run and the lights on my GPU and RAM remain active.
I updated the BIOS and performed a clean driver installation.
I searched online for troubleshooting steps, such as running sfc /scannow.
I resolved the "gameInput" error that appeared in system events, which was critical before uninstalling the 2023 version of this software around March 24th.
Now it only shows the classic Kernel 41 (69) error as critical.
I opened a system viewer from Gigabyte to check temperatures and voltage:
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My specifications: i5 12400F (1 year old), 3060TI (1 year old), 16 GB Fury Kingston RAM (1 year old).
PSU: EVGA 600W (80w Bronze, about 2.5 years old, brand new).
Do you have any specific information to add? I was considering replacing the PSU with a better 750W model, but my finances are tight, so I'm trying solutions first.
Thank you for your help and time!
The PSU model or part number is what? Power delivery issues could mean a faulty PSU or malfunctioning MoBo VRMs. It's hard to tell which one it is because PSUs vary.
I am not sure, but the PSU shows EVGA model number 600W and there is a sticker with PIN,CIN, UPC,EAN and some barcodes. Which one do you need?
Motherboards is a Gigabyte B660M that I also bought and changed 2 years ago when I have done modernisation of my PC.
I think I will buy something like Corsair RM750W?
Sorry, I am not really good at tech-stuff. I just like to play games for fun after work. Thanks for help!
Take a picture of the full PSU label and post it online, like on www.imgur.com. Share the link here. There are four RM-series PSUs from Corsair in total, with two good ones being RMi and RMx. The other two, RM and RMe, are of lower quality and I wouldn't recommend them. It's better to choose RMi or RMx instead.
Some decent choices:
pcpp:
https://pcpartpicker.com/products/compar...3C,2gCZxr/
This is the main reason we have TH forums so people can get assistance.
For reference, the PSU part number is labeled as "P/N," which indeed refers to the Part Number. The model name associated with this number is W1. The EVGA W1 is considered a low-quality PSU, generally of poor quality. This explains why it tends to malfunction. If you need another perspective on your PSU, check the tier list here: https://forums. It appears in Tier D, which is a lower priority unit. The units I recommended are all Tier A. Personally, I stick to using only Tier A units. I own three PCs and have PSUs that include two Seasonic PRIME TX-650 models and one Seasonic Focus PX-550. Detailed specs and photos are available in my profile.
Thank you for your assistance! I've already placed a new PCU order but still have some doubts. Recently, I tried checking my PCU and stress-testing my system by running Warhammer 3 (CPU-intensive), then Cybperunk 2077, and finally Dragon's Dogma 2. Notably, the optimal performance was found in Warhammer, while the voltage line seemed to fail when it crashed. I tested Dogma 2 last night at 11 PM and it worked for about an hour. The voltage line appeared perfect.
https://imgur.com/a/L3GwamE
View: https://imgur.com/a/L3GwamE
What are your thoughts on this situation? Is there any method to improve or adjust the voltage settings on this EVGA PSU?
Best regards and thank you again for your time!
PSU swap required. Cannot adjust power limits. Currently, the PC components (processor, graphics card, motherboard, drives) all require precise wattage from the PSU, which changes based on the hardware load. For instance, 10W, 50W, or 200W. The PSU must consistently provide these voltages at stable levels—typically +3.3V, +5V, and +12V. However, no PSU can reliably maintain +12V continuously (perfect), so the ATX standard sets strict voltage ranges with wide allowances. These are: - +12V DC rail – ±5% tolerance - +11.40V to +12.60V - +5V DC rail – ±5% tolerance - +3.14V to +3.47V - -12V DC rail – ±10% tolerance - +4.75V to +5.25V Depending on the load, voltage fluctuates. The tighter the variation, the more reliable the PSU must be. For example, my Seasonic PRIME TX-650 [SSR-650TD] boasts exceptional regulation: Source: It maintains less than 0.9% deviation across all rails, no matter the PSU load. In comparison, the EVGA 600B (Tier D) shows a much higher deviation (~3%), and even worse than that is the EVGA W1. Stable voltage is crucial for PC parts to function properly. When a PSU cannot deliver consistent voltages, it can cause instability in CPUs and GPUs. This instability often stems directly from the PSU’s inability to maintain steady output. From the images provided, the +12V rail shows significant swings, which negatively affects CPU and GPU performance. It’s similar to trying to walk in a straight line while drunk—your balance will fail, leading to crashes or freezes. Just as you need a clear path, your PC needs a PSU with much tighter regulation. Without it, fixing the issue isn’t possible.
Wow! That was such an amazing response and perfect explanation of things. Thank You very much for your time, I understand now everything. I am gonna update the topic after changing the PSU and playing some games for few days to check if everything is stable now. Happy Easter to you
@Aeacus
and once more - Thank You!
Hello again everyone!
Unfortunately, I have to keep going with this subject because my system has started crashing again after a few days. My PSU is still in good condition, as I purchased an MSI 850 at the end of March. Until now it hasn't crashed much, so I didn’t think much about it, but recently while playing demanding games like Throne and Liberty, the computer not only restarted but also froze after a reboot. In Event Viewer it shows up as Kernell 42.
My specifications: i5 12400F (1 year old), 3060TI (1 year old), 16 GB Fury Kingston RAM (1 year old). The rest of the specs are unchanged.
Should I format the whole computer to check for faulty drivers? Also, could freezes be caused by sound drivers? I feel like my PC crashes when YouTube plays on a second monitor.