I've been dealing with a frustrating problem where my PC randomly shuts off, and it's happening even when I'm just logging in or trying to open basic applications like Chrome. Initially, it only occurred during intensive GPU tasks, but now it's happening at all times. I've already cleaned it out, so dust isn't the issue, and everything seems to boot up normally. The AIO pump is functioning, and the GPU fans are spinning. I'm leaning towards a PSU issue, but mine is rated A tier, which makes me doubt that's the cause. Here are my specs:
- CPU: Ryzen 7 9800X3D
- GPU: PowerColor Reaper 9070 XT
- PSU: Lian Li Edge 1000W Platinum
3 Answers
I totally agree, a faulty PSU can end up breaking down like that. I had a loud popping noise one time while gaming, which turned out to be the monitor's PSU. Just to be safe, reseat your connectors and components to rule out any loose connections.
It sounds like you might have a PSU issue. They can fail unexpectedly. My PSU broke between using my PC one evening and starting it the next morning, and replacing it solved all my problems. It’s worth checking if all your components are securely connected and maybe reseating everything before buying a new PSU.
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