I've been dealing with a frustrating system reset issue for quite some time, and I'm starting to feel stuck. Even after upgrading my power supply to a new 800W unit, the problem remains. Here are my specs:
- **CPU:** Ryzen 5 5600 with an Enermax ETS-T50a cooler
- **GPU:** XFX Swift Dual RX 9060 XT 16 GB
- **Motherboard:** Gigabyte A320M S2H (with the latest BIOS)
- **PSU:** Green GP800A-GED 800W, just upgraded from a 550W
- **RAM:** 16GB (2x8) Goodram IRDM Pro 3200MHz
The strange part is that I've experienced the same resets with **four different GPUs** (RX 580, 5700 XT, 6700 XT, and now the 9060 XT). Initially suspecting a power delivery issue, I upgraded my PSU, but the resets continue, especially while playing games like *Yakuza: Like a Dragon*.
I have noted that while both the CPU and GPU maintain decent temperatures, the motherboard VRMs tend to get very hot during stress tests, sometimes hitting over 100°C. I've done fresh installs of Windows, used DDU for driver removal, and updated my BIOS. I've even tried setting a **-15% power limit** in Radeon Software to alleviate the issue, but it hasn't worked. So, with the PSU not being the problem, could it be that my A320 motherboard just isn't able to handle the power demands of the 5600 and 9060 XT? Should I just go ahead and invest in a better B550 board?
3 Answers
There’s a chance that running a low-watt power supply before might have damaged the VRMs on your motherboard. If you can't verify components on another setup, it’s tough to be sure, but I think upgrading the motherboard could be a sensible move at this point. B550 boards seem like a solid choice!
It sounds like your motherboard might indeed be the weak link here. If you've dealt with resets across multiple GPUs and just installed a new PSU, it's likely time to consider replacing the motherboard. Also, have you run Memtest86 to check your RAM? It might uncover other issues if you haven’t already done that. Just a thought!
Your A320 board doesn’t have any VRM heatsinks, which isn’t ideal for handling those components. Before diving into a new motherboard, why not try attaching some small VRM heatsinks? It could help manage those temperatures and potentially solve your reset issues without needing a full upgrade.
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