CPU failed for the third time

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arrowwind

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I built a computer 2 years ago and have just gone through my 3rd CPU. Thank goodness for warranties. But, what could be causing my CPU to fail this frequently?

Here's my build:
MOB: Gigabyte 970a UD3P
CPU: fx6300
Memory: Team Elite 4GB DDR3-1333
SSD: OCZARC100 240GB
Secondary HDD: Samsung 400GB
Video Card: gigabyte GT730 2GB DDR5
PSU: Raidmax Cobra 400W
OS: Windows 10
 
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If you have not been tracking CPU temps, I would say yes, you have to eleminate that from the equation. Have you checked for a new bios yet for that motherboard? If not give that a shot. There appears to be no cut and dry solution to your problem. You stated that the psu is good. Sometimes even though they power up a system, they might not have good voltage control. That in and of itself can lead to system problems and component failures.
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For a start id look at the power supply, its not worth buying a cheap power supply.

 
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Nothing you have listed in your specs leads one to suspect any possible problem. What is your cooling solution.? Is your CPU fan clean and clear of dust? Have you been trying to overclock this CPU ? I know you install thermal paste on your CPU installs..........right?
 
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arrowwind

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I don't do anything special with my computer. It's basically an Office processor and web searcher. So, I haven't overclocked it. I have the standard CPU fan for cooling that came with the processor. The fan I removed is only mildly dusty...no blockages. Each CPU fan had factory installed thermal paste. I tested the PSU and it spec'd out. It was bronz plus certified, so I assumed that it at least met standard quality requirements. The removed CPU didn't show any visible signs of damage...no bent pins or dark marks. Should I be looking at updating BIOS or tracking CPU temps?
 
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If you have not been tracking CPU temps, I would say yes, you have to eleminate that from the equation. Have you checked for a new bios yet for that motherboard? If not give that a shot. There appears to be no cut and dry solution to your problem. You stated that the psu is good. Sometimes even though they power up a system, they might not have good voltage control. That in and of itself can lead to system problems and component failures.
 
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