What GPU upgrade makes sense for my new i7-13700K build?
I recently started building and upgrading my own PC. My original 2016 system had a GTX 970, an ASUS Prime Z170-A motherboard, 16GB of DDR4, an i7-6700, a…
PSU
Should I choose a 750W Tier-A PSU or an 850W unit for a Ryzen 5 7600 and RX 7900 XT?
I'm upgrading the power supply in a system with an XFX MERC RX 7900 XT and Ryzen 5 7600. My budget allows either a well-known Tier-A 750W model…
Should I choose a quality 750W PSU or an 850W model for a Ryzen 5 7600 and RX 7900 XT?
I'm building a system with an XFX MERC RX 7900 XT and a Ryzen 5 7600, and I need to choose a new power supply. My budget includes…
Will my Ryzen 7 5800X3D and RX 9070 XT upgrade work with a 750W PSU?
I'm upgrading my current AM4 system instead of building a completely new PC because component prices are high. The planned changes are a Ryzen 5 5600X to a…
I Felt a Shock From My PC’s PSU While It Was Switched Off
My computer was shut down and the power supply switch was set to O, but the power cable was still plugged into the wall. When I reached behind…
Are These PC Parts Compatible for a First-Time Build?
I'm building my first gaming PC and want to make sure these components are compatible before buying everything. The planned parts are a Ryzen 7 7800X3D, a PowerColor…
Are These Parts Compatible for My First PC Build?
I'm building a PC for the first time and want to make sure these parts will work together before I buy anything. The planned components are a Ryzen…
Desktop powers on but shows no display and the keyboard stays dead
I'm starting my first job this Wednesday, and my desktop computer stopped booting shortly after I got the job. While playing a game, the screen suddenly went black,…
Desktop PC Suddenly Black-Screened and Now Won’t Boot
I'm starting my first job this Wednesday, and shortly after finishing the interview my desktop suddenly went black while I was playing a game. The fans and lights…
New RX 9070 XT crashes games after 20 minutes
I recently upgraded from an RTX 3080 10GB to a Radeon RX 9070 XT. Games run normally at first, but they consistently crash after a few minutes, usually…
What PSU should I get for a Ryzen 7 9800X3D and RTX 5070 Ti build?
I'm building my first PC with an RTX 5070 Ti, Ryzen 7 9800X3D, 32 GB of DDR5 memory, and a motherboard that hasn't been chosen yet. I was…
PC Won’t Start After a High-Voltage Warning—Could the PSU Be Damaged?
My computer would not power on this morning. I noticed that the voltage regulator had shut itself off, so I disconnected the PC, restarted the regulator, and connected…
New Radeon RX 9070 XT crashes games after 20 minutes
I recently upgraded from an RTX 3080 10GB to a Radeon RX 9070 XT. Games run normally at first, but after a few minutes—never more than about 20…
What’s a reliable budget PSU for an office PC with no dedicated GPU?
I'm building a basic computer with an Intel Core i3-14100 and an SSD. It will only be used for light office work and watching YouTube, and I don't…
Is My 650W PSU Enough for a Ryzen 7 7800X3D and RX 9070 XT Build?
I'm upgrading an eight-year-old desktop and want to know whether my NZXT C650 power supply is suitable for the new components: a Ryzen 7 7800X3D, Sapphire RX 9070…
What power supply should I choose for a PC with an RTX 5070 Ti and Ryzen 7 9800X3D?
I'm building my first PC with an RTX 5070 Ti, a Ryzen 7 9800X3D, and 32 GB of DDR5 memory. I'm considering a Corsair power supply in the…
PC Shuts Down Randomly After Running for About 15 Minutes
My six-year-old PC has started powering off unexpectedly. It usually runs for around 15 minutes before shutting down, and using a different power supply produced the same result.…
Feedback on a quiet $2,000 PC build for gaming and music production
I'm planning my first complete PC build and would appreciate feedback on the parts and cooling. I live in a small student flat in Norway, so keeping the…
Will an RX 6600 work with my Ryzen 7 2700 build?
I'm planning to upgrade my gaming PC and want to make sure an AFOX Radeon RX 6600 8GB will be compatible with my current parts. The system has…
PC Shuts Down Randomly After About 15 Minutes
My six-year-old PC randomly powers off after running for roughly 15 minutes, although sometimes it happens sooner. I already replaced the power supply, but the problem continued. The…