Windows 10 Computer Abnormally slow/ freezes on simple tasks/ windows explorer crashes causing force reboot

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Mitchell000

Good evening,


I have been having problems with my computer for several months now. I have been trying to diagnosis the problem, however, I can't seem to find the problem to it.

Problem:

  • A simple task like using the taskbar can even freeze the computer forcing a restart.
  • Another would be trying to use the internet(google chrome in my case) and freezes as well.
  • Using applications also would cause this to happen as well(more prominent in using the app discord).
  • While using it for gaming, it freezes for the first 5-10 mins on the game's startup regardless of what game, then it steadies out and performs as expected.


From what I have read, many say that there could be a problem with my hard drive.
I would think so too as I have had to consistently scan and repair my C: Drive on startup.

I started to question the age of my hardware as I thought it could also be because my CPU is old.


Current PC Specs:

Processor: Inter Core I7-4770K 3.5 GHz

Ram: Corsair Vengeance 4x 4 GB DDR3

GPU: Geforce Gtx 760 2GB GDDR5

MotherBoard: Asus P8Z77-V LK

HardDrive: WD Black 3TB WD3003FZEX



Things I have tried:

  • I have tried to clean the hardware inside the PC of any dust or grit that may trouble the fans and CPU.
  • I have defragged the Hard Drive multiple times.
  • Replugged the cables for both the SSD Drive and Hard drive to the power supply in case a cable was faulty.
  • Used Performance Monitor to check for possible failures, but every Basic System Check passed.
  • Used Windows Memory Diagnostics to see if it was possible my RAM had been causing some issues which came up with no failure.


*Note that I am very unfamiliar with computer hardware, so I really do not understand what the issue is at the moment. I wanted to consult someone before I either try to buy new parts or perhaps bring it in, but that would be far too expensive.*


Thank you,

Mitchell

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