Games Crash Approximately Every Day

[SamForte87]

Specs:

CPU: Intel Core i5-4690k @ 3.5 GHz
GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970
OS: Windows 10 64-Bit
MOBO: Gigabyte GA-Z97X-GAMING 3
PSU: Corsair RM650x

So this problem started a couple weeks after I built this computer. This was about a year ago, all games would crash to desktop, usually without a warning message. Sometimes it would display a windows error message about the display drivers not working. A month ago I replaced the GPU in hope that this would fix the problem. It didn't, however I no longer get the occasional error about my display drivers. Next I assumed that it must be a PSU issue, thinking that maybe the old GPU was ruined because of a bunk power supply. So I replaced the PSU soon after getting the GPU. I've also run a memory test without issues, and HWMonitor reports my components running at a normal temp, GPU: 46-72C CPU: 31-60C.
I've removed the old drivers from the old GPU, and all my drivers are current. I've also updated my MOBO BIOS.

The problem now only occurs during gameplay when it crashes to desktop. It happens very infrequently, maybe once a day, which is why I've waited so long to fix this.

I'm just about at the end of my rope in regards to this problem, and I'm hoping someone can help me. Thanks in advance.

 

[Ubrales]

Usually shutdowns and crashes during gaming occur due to the fact that the PSU cannot deliver the needed power under load. You have already checked out the other factors.

 

[SamForte87]

Would a 650w not be enough? I also have 3 case fans and a aftermarket CPU cooler. As well as a Blu-ray drive an ssd and 2 HDD.

 

[Ubrales]

Would a 650w not be enough? I also have 3 case fans and a aftermarket CPU cooler. As well as a Blu-ray drive an ssd and 2 HDD.

http://www.tomshardware.com/forum/id-2547993/psu-tier-list.html

Yes a good PSU from tier 1 or tier 2 would do a great job.

http://www.geforce.com/hardware/desktop-gpus/geforce-gtx-970/specifications

I suggest the XFX 550 watts PSU - they go on sale quite often at Newegg and Amazon.

 

[SamForte87]

Would a corsair RMI be different than the Rmx in a rig like mine? I guess I don't know much about PSUs.

 

[Ubrales]

Would a corsair RMI be different than the Rmx in a rig like mine? I guess I don't know much about PSUs.

http://www.tomshardware.com/forum/id-2547993/psu-tier-list.html

This list is a good guide.

 

[SamForte87]

As far as I can tell the Rmx that I just put in is the same as an RMI, a tier one psu. The only difference seems to be the fan and lack of a digital display. I could still return the Rmx it just doesn't seem like much of an upgrade to go to the RMI. Just looking to see if that sounds right or not.

 

[Ubrales]

As far as I can tell the Rmx that I just put in is the same as an RMI, a tier one psu. The only difference seems to be the fan and lack of a digital display. I could still return the Rmx it just doesn't seem like much of an upgrade to go to the RMI. Just looking to see if that sounds right or not.

Tier 1 or tier 2 are great. And even in the best of products there could be a small percentage of bad ones. Try to RMA and get a replacement. That will be fine.

 

[SamForte87]

I sent it back, will be getting a new PSU in a couple days.

 

[Ubrales]

I sent it back, will be getting a new PSU in a couple days.

Yes. After this if there are problems we can go to the next step in a systematic manner.