PC Shuts down when playing games
PC Shuts down when playing games
The computer is shutting down unexpectedly while running demanding games like Grand Theft Auto V, Counter Strike: Global Offensive, and Garry’s Mod. This issue started recently and wasn't present six months ago with the same hardware configuration. The monitor and PC simply power off without warning. The system can run lighter games such as Roblox, Minecraft, League of Legends, and Team Fortress 2.
A possible cause is the Power Supply Unit (PSU), though it could also be related to overheating. The current specs – an AMD A8-5600K CPU, an AMD Radeon HD 7560D GPU, 4GB of DDR3 RAM, and an MSI FM2-A55M-E33 motherboard – are relatively old and may not be able to handle the demands of newer games, particularly when pushed to their limits. The planned upgrade to a GTX 750ti should help improve performance, but the PSU might still be insufficient.
The shutdown issue occurring *after* a recent hardware change (the GTX 750ti) suggests a potential incompatibility or overload issue with the existing components. It’s possible the PSU is struggling to provide enough power under load.
In my experience, that happened because my CPU was overheating. Run HWInfo64 and watch the temps when playing the game. MY old rig would shut down at odd times and only once did it spark when I tried restarting it.
Here’s a rewritten version of your text, aiming for clarity and flow:
“I'm experiencing some issues with my computer’s temperature. While running Google Chrome, Discord, HWInfo64, and Steam, my CPU consistently runs hot – it’s quite dusty too, likely due to not being cleaned in three years. I’ve been using HWinfo64 to monitor the temperatures, and they're elevated while these programs are active.
I’m concerned about potential damage if I upgrade my graphics card (GPU) while my CPU is consistently overheating and shutting down. Will a new GPU be damaged if my CPU isn’t effectively cooling it? Specifically, I'm wondering if repeatedly shutting down due to heat could cause damage to the new GPU itself. Could adding a new GPU exacerbate an existing problem of overheating?”
Would you like me to elaborate on any part of this, or perhaps focus on a particular aspect of your question (e.g., troubleshooting the overheating)?