System failure after extended gaming sessions (PC crashing)
System failure after extended gaming sessions (PC crashing)
Hi Everyone! I bought a used 3090 (MSI Gaming x trio) and swapped in a new PSU (Thermaltake Toughpower GF1 1200W Gold). After a few weeks, I noticed random crashes where the screen displayed reversed colors. Sometimes it would force a hard reset. These issues tend to pop up during graphically demanding games. If it happens once, it usually leads to more crashes in the same session afterward. Light tasks run smoothly all day. I've tried removing and reinstalling drivers. Does this seem like a GPU or PSU problem? Thanks!
PC Specs: CPU i7-9700K, GPU 3090 MSI Gaming x trio, RAM 32GB DDR4 2400MHz, Mobo ASRock Z390 Extreme4, PSU Thermaltake Toughpower GF1 1200W Gold, Boot Drive 1TB Samsung m.2 SSD, 2TB Samsung SSD, 1TB HDD.
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It seems like the issue might be related to the GPU. Was there any mention of problems before this occurred?
No reported problems. The previous owner noted it was solely for graphic design and has been stored in the box for six months.
Check for GPU issues by trying different drivers first. If the problem continues, you likely have a GPU issue. Use hwinfo to monitor hotspot and memory temperatures under load—high readings may indicate a faulty card. The card might need replacement or additional thermal pads for the memory.
Make sure to verify the temperatures and interpret what they indicate.