[SOLVED] Computer Crashes as i Start Playing Games

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rowenmcc

rowenmcc

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Hi, so I have just built my first PC, i have already run into some problems like: the blue screen of death and wrong bios. I completed the build last night and ran some Valorant which worked for a while but right I was turning up the graphics the computer crashed. Furthermore, I have just finished downloading Overwatch and I ran it as soon as I could and right as it popped up on my monitor the whole computer crashed. ( BIOS IS UP TO DATE AND I HAVE DOWNLOADED DRIVERS FOR MY GPU) PLEASE HELP
Specs:
16 GB DDR4 Ram
Asus H110M-K
Gigabyte RX 5500 XT 4GB OC
Intel I5-7400K (i believe)
Thermaltake TR2 600W
Cooler master Q300L case
Cooler master Hyper 212 Black edition PCU cooler
 
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rgd1101 said:
memory test?
what the cpu/gpu temp during the game?
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I don't know, on standby it is like 40 -44 id say probably 60 degrees Celsius. Also i dont know if this is something wrong because i read the GPU fans dont turn on till it gets to a certain temp, but the GPU fans are not on.
 
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Possible cause if memory test is already ruled out:
  • Overclocking. Incorrectly done or simply doesn't work in particular system. Not only CPU overclocking, but also RAM aka wrong XMP profile.
  • Wrong drivers - GPU, chipset.
  • Power supply too weak and can't handle power demand spikes.
  • Problems with cooling like loose CPU cooler for so sudden crash.
At first look into Event viewer. If crash is registered (BSOD), then you will see error code. It will help to determine what is happening. However I will bet on PSU as main cause here. According to actual PSU hierarchy list and comments here, Thermaltake TR2 is utter rubbish which came from same recycle bin from where notorious EVGA N1 appeared. Replace your PSU to at least Tier 4 PSU from list above if you wish to keep your PC components alive longer.
 
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Krotow said:
Possible cause if memory test is already ruled out:
  • Overclocking. Incorrectly done or simply doesn't work in particular system. Not only CPU overclocking, but also RAM aka wrong XMP profile.
  • Wrong drivers - GPU, chipset.
  • Power supply too weak and can't handle power demand spikes.
  • Problems with cooling like loose CPU cooler for so sudden crash.
At first look into Event viewer. If crash is registered (BSOD), then you will see error code. It will help to determine what is happening. However I will bet on PSU as main cause here. According to actual PSU hierarchy list and comments here, Thermaltake TR2 is utter rubbish which came from same recycle bin from where notorious EVGA N1 appeared. Replace your PSU to at least Tier 4 PSU from list above if you wish to keep your PC components alive longer.
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It isnt 1 2 or 4, before i even tried overclocking, it crashed, i installed all the correct drivers, and my cpu cooler is fully intact. I already used all of my money to build this computer. any other suggestions?
 
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I feel your pain. However without adequate PSU thing will not work at all. I'm not exaggerating here. But peek into local craigslist alternative - they often have nice things which someone sell for peanuts. Just got used working Be Quiet Straight Power 11 750W for 100$.

You still can use existing PSU as replacement for some office PC where original 300W PSU fried due to old age.
 
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rowenmcc said:
Do you think the EVGA 750 N1 would work?
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You need a good-quality 550W PSU, not a poor-quality 750W PSU.

Article - [psucultists] PSU tier list rev. 14.8 (Final Update Jul '21)

PSU Tier List 4.0 rev. 14.8 (outdated) Last Update: 12-07-2021 Legend : Gray - EoL/obsolete and/or otherwise not recommended for purchase. Green - small form-factor (gold and blue colors are disregarded due to scarcity of SFX PSUs) Gold - best units in the tier (includes requirements for blue...
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Anything in Tier A or Tier B are fine. Tier C if you're desperate.
 
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DSzymborski said:
You need a good-quality 550W PSU, not a poor-quality 750W PSU.

Article - [psucultists] PSU tier list rev. 14.8 (Final Update Jul '21)

PSU Tier List 4.0 rev. 14.8 (outdated) Last Update: 12-07-2021 Legend : Gray - EoL/obsolete and/or otherwise not recommended for purchase. Green - small form-factor (gold and blue colors are disregarded due to scarcity of SFX PSUs) Gold - best units in the tier (includes requirements for blue...
forums.tomshardware.com forums.tomshardware.com

Anything in Tier A or Tier B are fine. Tier C if you're desperate.
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How about a corsair cv550 bronze 80+
 
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rowenmcc said:
Ok how about a corsair cv550 bronze 80+?
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Another bottom of barrel. A bit better than N1 or TR2, but still a thing which I would not like to have in computer used for more than cat video browsing in YouTube. If your local store have only Corsair budget PSUs, try VS550.

Still better for you is to open your local Craigslist site and search for available used PSUs you can afford. Then compare with lists we gave you and choose one from at least Tier C or Tier 4. Same for local store assortment browsing. I'm sure you will find something suitable. The truth about PSU is than extra 15..25$ for better PSU from tier above will spare you nightmares like one that caused this thread. And even larger nightmares in form of fried components.
 
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Krotow said:
Another bottom of barrel. A bit better than N1 or TR2, but still a thing which I would not like to have in computer used for more than cat video browsing in YouTube. If your local store have only Corsair budget PSUs, try VSS50.

Still better for you is to open your local Craigslist site and search for available used PSUs you can afford. Then compare with lists we gave you and choose one from at least Tier C or Tier 4. Same for local store assortment browsing. I'm sure you will find something suitable. The truth about PSU is than extra 15..25$ for better PSU from tier above will spare you nightmares like one that caused this thread. And even larger nightmares in form of fried components.
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I searched Craigslist and got nothing.
 
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rowenmcc said:
Ok. I have 65 dollars for a new psu, I had to refund the last one so the only way to buy it is off of Amazon.
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Now I see. The bad news - from what I see in Amazon's list, cheapest 550W PSU still worth to take without sudden heart attack, cost like 79-89$. From other side in your situation I see one 550W PSU probably worth to take - Antec VP550 for 60.95$. A review here indicates that regardless to cheapness is not complete rubbish.

In 550W per 60$ category noticed another known name - "Seasonic S12III 550". Unfortunately this PSU is not good for modern GPUs, because it is group regulated and most likely will fail like you experienced. Only at this time because increased load on 12V rail will plummet 3.3V and 5V rails and your system will crash due to RAM and disk brownouts.
 
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Krotow said:
Now I see. The bad news - from what I see in Amazon's list, cheapest 550W PSU still worth to take without sudden heart attack, cost like 79-89$. From other side in your situation I see one 550W PSU probably worth to take - Antec VP550 for 60.95$. A review here indicates that regardless to cheapness is not complete rubbish.

In 550W per 60$ category noticed another known name - "Seasonic S12III 550". Unfortunately this PSU is not good for modern GPUs, because it is group regulated and most likely will fail like you experienced. Only at this time because increased load on 12V rail will plummet 3.3V and 5V rails and your system will crash due to RAM and disk brownouts.
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Thanks so much.
 
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