I've been facing a lot of crashes recently, and I'm getting the stop code 'Critical_Process_Died'. I've tested all of my RAM sticks with memtest and found that my PC runs stable with just one 8GB stick. However, when I tried using a single 16GB stick, the same error occurred. I'm wondering if this issue could be related to my motherboard or if there's another component that might be causing the problem. Here are my specs:
- Motherboard: MSI B550A-Pro
- GPU: Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050
- CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 5800X 8-Core
- RAM: T-Create 2x16 3200 MHz causes crashes, but T-Create 2x8 3200 MHz seems stable with one stick.
2 Answers
It sounds like you've done some good troubleshooting already! Given that you've tested the RAM sticks and found stability with 8GB, the issue could indeed stem from compatibility or a problem with the motherboard. Sometimes, motherboards can be finicky with certain RAM configurations, especially with mixing different sizes. Have you checked if there are any BIOS updates for your motherboard? Those can sometimes fix RAM-related issues. If the problem persists, consider testing other RAM brands or configurations.
I had a similar problem with my setup, and it turned out to be a power supply issue. Sometimes, when components draw more power (like when using more RAM), a weak power supply can cause crashes. If you can, try testing with a different, more powerful PSU to see if that helps.
Yeah, definitely check for BIOS updates. They can really help with memory stability. Also, make sure your RAM sticks are seated properly as that can lead to issues.