System instability occurs during gameplay Game performance drops frequently PC experiences frequent crashes
System instability occurs during gameplay Game performance drops frequently PC experiences frequent crashes
I assembled my PC at the end of August and initially everything functioned perfectly. But soon I stopped gaming and couldn’t start up for weeks due to college classes. Whenever I power it on again after a while, playing games causes the screen to freeze with no signal, even though the system is still active. I attempted driver updates and BIOS changes without success. I observed that Task Manager shows high CPU usage—around 80% for a brief moment then dropping to 1-4%—but I’m unsure if this is normal behavior or indicative of something consuming resources. I tried disconnecting the PSU from the graphics card while the PC was off and reconnecting, which briefly resolved the issue but recurred later. My PSU has an 80+ Gold rating, so I’m not sure why it would be faulty unless there’s a deeper problem. Others have suggested it might be a PSU issue, but I need another perspective or a diagnostic method to confirm.
It looks like a power supply issue might be the problem. I used an 80+ platinum PSU from Coorsair earlier, and it would frequently fail during game launches. My sister even had trouble playing ROBLOX. A more affordable off-brand 550-watt PSU helped, but you should choose a reliable brand for better performance.
Consider the power needs of your system and choose a PSU that matches your budget and performance goals. For a Corsair 750W, an 800W or 850W unit is usually sufficient. If you plan to upgrade to higher wattages, ensure the PSU supports those levels. Other recommended brands include MSI, ASUS, and Gigabyte, depending on your specific requirements.
It seems like the issue might be related to the power supply unit. I've encountered this problem before, and it often comes down to the GPU. I'd try using a different PSU, particularly because the quality of those Aresgame PSUs is quite low. I've noticed several units from that line failing on client machines, with some users replacing them after initial failure and then another failure occurring. I would definitely go for a better quality unit from a reputable brand. My preferred options are the Corsair RMX series or the EVGA Supernovas. An RM850X is a reliable choice.
For your build, I suggest a PSU with at least 750W to handle your components comfortably. If you're planning high-end performance or multiple powerful parts, go with 1000W or more. Let me know your specific setup and I can fine-tune the recommendation!
I managed to acquire a Rog Strix 1000W PSU, which is a bit too much but it was discounted and my computer functions properly now.