I've been enjoying my PC gaming without any major issues, but lately, my PC randomly shuts down while playing even low-graphics settings in high-quality games. Initially, I thought it might be overheating, but my GPU temperature has never exceeded 70 degrees Celsius. I'm looking for some advice on what might be causing this problem.
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This could be related to your CPU as well. I had a similar experience and figured out it was a cooling issue. After upgrading my heatsink and fan, I've had no problems since.
You already checked the GPU temps, but how's your CPU doing? It could be reaching thermal limits. A failing power supply can also lead to shutdowns under load. Check the voltage rails in your BIOS or better yet, use a multimeter to ensure everything's okay.
It sounds like a power supply issue. What model of PSU are you using? A lot of shutdowns during gaming can point to a failing power supply.
Exactly! I've seen this happen often. Upgrading to a high-quality branded PSU usually solves the problem.
Do I need to open up my PC to check the PSU, or is there a way to find this out through system tools?
Can you share the full spec of your PC? Also, including the make, model, and age of your PSU would help identify the issue better.
I installed a CPU temp checker, and it stays below 50 degrees Celsius, so I don't think heat is the issue.