Is My Graphics Card Failing? Signs, Tests and Repair vs Replace

A graphics card fault can look like a GPU failure, but power, drivers, RAM, cables and temperatures can create similar symptoms.

Common signs a graphics card may be failing

Screen artefacts or unusual colours
Crashes during games
No display after startup
Driver resets
High GPU temperatures

Graphics card repair or replacement?

Testing should come before replacing parts. The correct fix depends on whether the GPU, cooling, power supply or another component is responsible.

How a workshop tests a GPU

Diagnosis includes checking temperatures, power connections, drivers, system stability and whether the fault follows the graphics card.

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