F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop My high-end PC is acting crazy and causing tons of issues, like constant crashes or sudden power outages.

My high-end PC is acting crazy and causing tons of issues, like constant crashes or sudden power outages.

My high-end PC is acting crazy and causing tons of issues, like constant crashes or sudden power outages.

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ripa5000
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03-23-2026, 03:38 PM
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I gave up trying everything. I spent so much money fixing my computer and now EVERYTHING is broken again. All my games are crashing or won't start up on their own. I tried reinstalling Windows, updating graphics drivers, changing antivirus software, and doing a fresh install of all the programs. Nothing works at all. Any help would be super nice to get! A benchmark test passed great scores, but an SSD scan showed something wrong. My computer specs are: Motherboard is ROG STRIX Z790-A GAMING WIFI II, Processor is 13th Gen Intel Core i9-13900k running at 3000 Mhz with 24 cores, GPU is NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090, and the PSU is a 1000-watt power supply. RAM is 64 GB big sticks.
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ripa5000
03-23-2026, 03:38 PM #1

I gave up trying everything. I spent so much money fixing my computer and now EVERYTHING is broken again. All my games are crashing or won't start up on their own. I tried reinstalling Windows, updating graphics drivers, changing antivirus software, and doing a fresh install of all the programs. Nothing works at all. Any help would be super nice to get! A benchmark test passed great scores, but an SSD scan showed something wrong. My computer specs are: Motherboard is ROG STRIX Z790-A GAMING WIFI II, Processor is 13th Gen Intel Core i9-13900k running at 3000 Mhz with 24 cores, GPU is NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090, and the PSU is a 1000-watt power supply. RAM is 64 GB big sticks.

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sullycraft17
Junior Member
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03-23-2026, 11:04 PM
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Is this happening just inside video games? What are your GPU and CPU temperatures? That makes sense if you can get it to happen. If yes, run a few tests with Task Manager and Performance Monitor, then try again to see if it comes back up there.
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sullycraft17
03-23-2026, 11:04 PM #2

Is this happening just inside video games? What are your GPU and CPU temperatures? That makes sense if you can get it to happen. If yes, run a few tests with Task Manager and Performance Monitor, then try again to see if it comes back up there.

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Sr_BanneD
Member
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03-24-2026, 01:01 PM
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Gpu temperatures are great even when playing hard games
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Sr_BanneD
03-24-2026, 01:01 PM #3

Gpu temperatures are great even when playing hard games

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KewlDerp
Member
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03-24-2026, 07:53 PM
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Are there any good temperature settings? Why does my computer's speed check tell me I'm running slow?
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KewlDerp
03-24-2026, 07:53 PM #4

Are there any good temperature settings? Why does my computer's speed check tell me I'm running slow?

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mcDavoz
Senior Member
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03-24-2026, 11:35 PM
#5
I have a regular 50c that is not too heavy for me to manage, so I am not overwhelmed. Recently, someone even asked if I needed help and they got no idea what was going on with it all.
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mcDavoz
03-24-2026, 11:35 PM #5

I have a regular 50c that is not too heavy for me to manage, so I am not overwhelmed. Recently, someone even asked if I needed help and they got no idea what was going on with it all.

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Allsky93
Junior Member
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03-25-2026, 01:02 AM
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I don't know exactly what overloading is. Usually, you can check things like how much memory your computer has, how many times files are read or written, and which programs are running at once. It seems that something is changing right now when this happens. That change should show us where to look for the problem.
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Allsky93
03-25-2026, 01:02 AM #6

I don't know exactly what overloading is. Usually, you can check things like how much memory your computer has, how many times files are read or written, and which programs are running at once. It seems that something is changing right now when this happens. That change should show us where to look for the problem.

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marinagrams
Member
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03-25-2026, 02:54 AM
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Did you already update your 13900k because it is acting up with stability problems right now? Your BIOS should be either 1703 or 1801. If yours is lower, then you need to update it. This is from Google. If your ROG STRIX Z790-A motherboard and 13900k CPU are crashing in games, that could be because of high default power limits, loadline calibration settings, or BIOS configuration issues. Try enabling stock limits and raising them slowly while updating the BIOS. Here is a breakdown of why this might happen and how to fix it: Possible Causes: Too High Power Limits: The motherboard might have set very high power and current limits by default, which makes things unstable. Incorrect Loadline Calibration: The voltage settings for loadlines could be causing problems. "Auto" Default Settings: The motherboard's automatic settings for power and current might be the issue if you are overclocking. Outdated BIOS: Wrong or old BIOS settings can also lead to crashes. Bad CPU: In very rare cases, the CPU itself might be faulty. Troubleshooting Steps: 1. Update Your Motherboard BIOS: Make sure your ROG STRIX Z790-A has the latest BIOS version installed. Enable Stock Limits: Go into the BIOS and turn on stock power limits. Gradually Increase Them: If needed, try raising them slowly to see if stability improves. Contact Support: If you tried all these steps and the problem still happens, reach out to ASUS support or Intel support for help. Extra Tips: Watch Your Temps: Make sure your CPU and GPU aren't overheating. Check Event Viewer: Look at Windows Event Viewer for error messages about crashes. Check Forums Online: Search online communities for similar issues and solutions. RMA: If you think there is a hardware problem, contact the manufacturer for a return or replacement.
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marinagrams
03-25-2026, 02:54 AM #7

Did you already update your 13900k because it is acting up with stability problems right now? Your BIOS should be either 1703 or 1801. If yours is lower, then you need to update it. This is from Google. If your ROG STRIX Z790-A motherboard and 13900k CPU are crashing in games, that could be because of high default power limits, loadline calibration settings, or BIOS configuration issues. Try enabling stock limits and raising them slowly while updating the BIOS. Here is a breakdown of why this might happen and how to fix it: Possible Causes: Too High Power Limits: The motherboard might have set very high power and current limits by default, which makes things unstable. Incorrect Loadline Calibration: The voltage settings for loadlines could be causing problems. "Auto" Default Settings: The motherboard's automatic settings for power and current might be the issue if you are overclocking. Outdated BIOS: Wrong or old BIOS settings can also lead to crashes. Bad CPU: In very rare cases, the CPU itself might be faulty. Troubleshooting Steps: 1. Update Your Motherboard BIOS: Make sure your ROG STRIX Z790-A has the latest BIOS version installed. Enable Stock Limits: Go into the BIOS and turn on stock power limits. Gradually Increase Them: If needed, try raising them slowly to see if stability improves. Contact Support: If you tried all these steps and the problem still happens, reach out to ASUS support or Intel support for help. Extra Tips: Watch Your Temps: Make sure your CPU and GPU aren't overheating. Check Event Viewer: Look at Windows Event Viewer for error messages about crashes. Check Forums Online: Search online communities for similar issues and solutions. RMA: If you think there is a hardware problem, contact the manufacturer for a return or replacement.

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FazeBrothers
Member
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03-26-2026, 04:14 PM
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It's normal for computer makers to make the power supply weaker than what you need, which means your game won't run smoothly or fast enough. You should look into getting a better power supply that has more watts so it can handle gaming properly.
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FazeBrothers
03-26-2026, 04:14 PM #8

It's normal for computer makers to make the power supply weaker than what you need, which means your game won't run smoothly or fast enough. You should look into getting a better power supply that has more watts so it can handle gaming properly.