I'm having a rough time with my custom Windows 11 gaming PC that keeps crashing to a black screen, and I'm pretty sure it's a hardware problem. Here are my specs: [PC Specs Link](https://pcpartpicker.com/list/xjRwCd). I initially thought it might be the RAM, so I removed one stick and had a good session without crashes for a while. However, when I wanted to play heavily modded Minecraft, I put the stick back in. It was okay for Minecraft, but I ran into issues while playing the new Call of Duty—it crashes almost every time after a zombies match. I also experienced some stuttering after Fortnite, and then my PC crashed again just after logging in. I've noticed a lot of error messages in my event viewer, which are concerning. I'm feeling lost and could really use some advice on how to determine which hardware might be failing.
3 Answers
I recommend checking your system BIOS settings as well, but be cautious! Making changes can lead to data loss, so always ensure you have backups. If you keep getting black screens, run some diagnostics on your hardware to see if anything's failing.
Have you checked your power supply unit (PSU)? Those issues can sometimes stem from a failing PSU. You might also want to share the specific errors you're encountering—that could give us more clues to help figure this out.
It sounds like it could be a corrupted Windows installation. A clean reinstall might be a good idea to rule out any software issues. Just make sure to back up your data before proceeding!
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