So for about 2 weeks now I've experienced a problem while gaming. My frame rate would drop to 0 and my computer's CPU Usage would drop to 0% at the same time. This would stay this low for up to 30 seconds.
My specs:
- Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit
- Intel Core i5-3570 3.40GHz
- AMD Radeon R9 270X
- 16GB DDR3 RAM
- TM-420-PSAR-I3 Power Supply, which I changed to a GIGABYTE PoweRock AX600
I asked this question on a different forum and they said it was my power supply that was failing and they were surprised it hadn't exploded yet. They had recommended I get a new power supply that was at least 550W. I took their word and upgraded my power supply about 30 minutes ago to a GIGABYTE PoweRock AX600.
After changing power supply, I tried and it only made it worst. My game frame rate still drops to 0 and CPU usage also drops to 0% but now, when this happens, the game goes non-responsive.
I would really like to know what is causing this so I can fix it. If you need any more information just ask.
R9 270x
cards I am finding indicate they require a 600W power supply. I highly suspect its still a power supply issue.