When your graphics card fails to perform properly, it can be an incredibly frustrating experience. Depending on the severity of the issue, there are a few steps you can take to try to resolve the issue.
First, it is important to identify and understand the source of the issue. The most common issues with graphics cards include driver problems, inadequate power, overheating, and hardware faults.1
If the issue is related to a driver, then there are multiple steps that can be taken to diagnose and fix the problem. If the graphics card is relatively new, then it is likely that the most recent version of the driver available to you may be out of date. In this case, you would need to update the driver manually.2 Alternately, you could use a driver updating software, such as Driver Easy or Driver Booster, to search for and install the latest version of the driver.
If the issue is related to inadequate power, it may be necessary to check that the power supply meets the minimum requirements for the graphics card. It is also possible that the power supply is failing, or that the power cables were not installed correctly.3 If this is the case, you will need to replace the power supply, or reposition the cables.
Overheating can also be a cause of graphics card failure. This can occur due to poor ventilation or inadequate cooling. To identify if overheating is the issue, use a temperature monitoring program to observe the GPU core temperature when it is running.4 If it exceeds the maximum operating temperature listed in the manufacturer’s specifications, it is likely that the graphics card is overheating. To prevent further damage to the graphics card, consider installing additional fans or replacing the existing ones. Additionally, make sure the exhaust ports are unobstructed to allow for proper airflow.
Hardware faults can also be responsible for graphics card failure. In this case, it may be necessary to replace the graphics card.5 Before doing so, however, it is important to determine the root cause of the fault. To do this, attempt to troubleshoot the current graphics card using methods such as stress testing and graphic card benchmarking software.6 If the problem persists, then it may be time to purchase a new card.
If none of these solutions are successful, then it may be necessary to consult a computer technician.7 A professional can help to diagnose the issue and suggest the best solution for your particular situation.
Although it can be frustrating when your graphics card fails to perform properly, there are several ways you can address the issue yourself. Identify the source of the issue, then use the methods described above to determine the best course of action for fixing the problem. If these methods prove unsuccessful, then contact a professional for assistance.
1 https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/8-common-problems-graphics-card-solve/
2 https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/update-graphics-drivers-windows/
3 https://www.pcworld.com/article/190163/troubleshooting_your_pcs_motherboard.html
4 https://www.gamersnexus.net/guides/1322-gpu-temperature-monitoring-and-overclocking-software
5 https://www.wikihow.com/Fix-a-Graphics-Card
6 http://guru3d.com/content-page/guru3d-vga-stress-test-tool.html
7 https://consumer.huawei.com/en/support/hotline/