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Windows Has Restarted Your GPU: Why It Happens & Fix
Outdated OS can cause Windows to restart GPU driver
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Updated onNovember 7, 2024
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We all know how frustrating it can be when faced with Windows has restarted your GPU driver due to a problem.
Users experience Windows restarting their GPU driver mainly due to a problem. Outdated or corrupt graphics drivers to outdated OS, unnecessary background apps, overclocking issues or physical damage to the CPU can also lead to the error.
How do I fix Windows restarting my GPU driver error?
1. Update your operating system
Updating your OS can fix bugs affecting your PC and causing it to restart the GPU driver.
In case you run into issues with the Windows update, we recommend you check our guide onhow to fix Windows updates & security issueson your PC.
2. End Tasks for unnecessary programs
We recommend that you restart your computer to help it sync the changes effectively, then check if the issue has been resolved.
Also, you can refer to our article onTask Manager not working correctlyand what you can do to get it working.
Alternatively, giving high priority to games like League of Legends in the Task Manager can fix GPU issues that may occur during the game. Hence, readhow to prioritize specific apps in the Task Managerto improve performance.
3. Update the graphics driver
Wait for Windows to search and install the driver updates. Restart your computer after the update process is complete, then check if the issue persists.
Additionally, if no updates are found, we recommend trying a tool that specializes in updating drivers such asPC HelpSoft Driver Updaterwhich gets its updates directly from the manufacturer.
⇒Get PC HelpSoft Driver Updater
4. Disable Intel’s overclocking Technology
Restart your PC to initiate the changes.
Underclocking your GPU will help improve its performance and can fix issues affecting it. Hence, checkhow to safely underclock your GPUwithout affecting your computer.
5. Replace your GPU
This solution is the last you should consider as it requires technical expertise. Replacing your GPU will fix the error: Windows has restarted your GPU driver due to a driver upgrade or physical removal.
A faulty GPU affects its performance and can also result in other issues with the computer. You may encounter theAGP_GART_CORRUPTION error.
However, we have a detailed list of thebest graphics cards for gamingthat you can buy. For users who’d like to use external GPUs instead, check our article about thebest USB-C external GPUsyou can get for your PC.
Conclusively, issues with the GPU can cause other problems likegame stuttering on Windows 11and others. We recommend you check the link above to see how you can fix the problem.
For more questions or if you have other suggestions, kindly drop them in the comments section. We’d like feedback from you.
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Henderson Jayden Harper
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Passionate about technology, Crypto, software, Windows, and everything computer-related, he spends most of his time developing new skills and learning more about the tech world.
He also enjoys gaming, writing, walking his dog, and reading and learning about new cultures. He also enjoys spending private time connecting with nature.
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Passionate about technology, Crypto, software, Windows, and everything computer-related, he spends most of his time developing new skills.
