Why does this happen to my CPU?

Etzix · Oct 25, 2014

Specs:
MSI GTX 770
AsRock 970 extreme 4
AMD FX(tm)-8320 Eight-Core Processor
8GB ram
750W GP PSU EVGA
Windows 7 Professional

Hello. So my problem is that at random times , often once every minute or more, my PSU usage goes up by 20-50% usage, aswell as a temperature on my motherboard(?). It causes all my games and pretty much my computer to lag and games drop down to 10fps. I made a video showing what happens: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UjCeYnOziL0 (playing BL pre sequel)

Please help me figure out what the problem could be. Im trying my best to give you alot of information since the last thread was closes due to none answering.

rolli59 · Oct 25, 2014

Problem is motherboard! They pulled the CPU support for FX8320 and Fx8350 because of VRM issues running those power hungry CPU's in that board. This is not the first time this issue is brought up here if you have overclock on the CPU reduce it or you can try to drop the CPU volts. Apart from that replacing the motherboard would be a permanent solution.

Etzix · Oct 25, 2014

rolli59 :

Ugh im getting so pissed off. I just spent a ton on a new graphic card because my old one was crashing the computer. and now i have to buy a new motherboard? Do you have any ''cheap'' recommendations for me? Or should i replace both my processor and motherboard? im lost right now.

rolli59 · Oct 25, 2014

Cheapest board that is good for 8 core AMD http://pcpartpicker.com/part/gigabyte-motherboard-ga970aud3p

Etzix · Oct 25, 2014

rolli59 :

what would you recommend i get , if not the cheapest?

rolli59 · Oct 25, 2014

If you are planning always to have a single GPU then that board, if dual GPU's in the future this http://pcpartpicker.com/part/asus-motherboard-m5a99fxpror20

Etzix · Oct 25, 2014

rolli59 :

That board have got bad reviews though.

rolli59 · Oct 25, 2014

Not really, if people get faulty product, which happens all the time, they are more likely to complain than the person getting a fully working one is to praise it. Really take user reviews with a grain of salt.

Etzix · Oct 25, 2014

rolli59 :

Does it have good sound? I listen to music alot and would kinda suck if i have to buy a soundcard aswell.

rolli59 · Oct 25, 2014

Same as your current board!

Etzix · Oct 25, 2014

rolli59 :

Sorry for being a bother but how long would this motherboard last then?

rolli59 · Oct 25, 2014

As long as your CPU. AM3+ is at the end of the line and no more updates will be done to the platform.

Etzix · Oct 25, 2014

rolli59 :

So it will last for years? or do i need to change it when i change cpu? And how do i know how long my cpu will last? if its less than 2 years i might aswell burn the computer to the ground right now as ive spent so much money on it since nothing works.

rolli59 · Oct 25, 2014

It will last more than 2 years but there will be no CPU upgrades. It is still the top of the line current AMD gaming platform.

Etzix · Nov 21, 2014

rolli59 :

Sorry for trying to ''revive'' this but would buying a new processor work? I got an offer for the current one i have. If yes then what processor would you recommend? if no then ill have to wait longer :/

bmacsys · Nov 21, 2014

Etzix :

That is ass backwards thinking. Keep the processor and get a decent motherboard like a rev. 4 GA-990FXA-UD3.

rolli59 · Nov 21, 2014

Etzix :

FX8320/70E would work both are 95 watt CPU's http://www.asrock.com/mb/AMD/970%20Extreme4/?cat=CPU

Etzix · Jan 5, 2015

rolli59 :

Im not sure you will answer since this thread is pretty old now, But im about to order a motherboard. I just have to ask , could it be a heat issue? Also you say the FX8320 is supported , but thats the processor i have?? If you answer then im very grateful. Also it says ''since bios 2.60'' Maybe my bios are outdated? Im about to check now.

rolli59 · Jan 5, 2015

FX8320E was what I meant which is slower than your current FX8320 but would cure the VRM issue you are having, better board with your current CPU would be faster.

Etzix · Jan 5, 2015

rolli59 :

Sorry i just checked , and my bios version seems to be 2.50 , not 2.60 , Do you think if i update , that could solve the issues? Since my processor is on the list and i do have a good top down blowing fan. Also i clicked ''pick as solution'' by accident , if you could answer this id be extremely grateful and you definetlly deserve the solution even if you dont.

rolli59 · Jan 6, 2015

Any trouble like yours makes it worth upgrading BIOS to see if the problem goes away.

Etzix · Jan 6, 2015

rolli59 :

It didnt go away , so im ordering a new motherboard today. I was thinking the MSI 990FXA-GD65 AMD 990FX . Would that be good? its about 130 bucks here. If you have something better in mind thats under 150$ then please tell me

Only problem i see with this motherboard is that it doesnt have 3.0 usb support. Or should i just get the one you suggested , the Asus M5A99FX PRO R2.0?

melonhead · Jan 6, 2015

based on the MSI website, it has usb 3.0 support---http://us.msi.com/product/mb/990FXAGD65.html#hero-overview

i had the MSI 90fxa-GD70 and it even had 3.0 support. even if MSI themselves didnt say that it did, i would have a hard time believing that the lower model had it, and this one didnt.

Etzix · Jan 6, 2015

melonhead :

It was said in a review that you couldnt connect external 3.0 into the board. But i guess thats wrong. Oh and sorry but is it a good board? I have no idea how any of this works to be honest and im just looking for the best i can get with the money i have.

Should i get the M5A99FX PRO R2.0 instead?

rolli59 · Jan 7, 2015

I would go with the Asus board.

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