Whether using a laptop or a desktop computer, I believe that everyone has experienced the frustration of a computer black screen crash.
We know that the core hardware of the computer, such as CPU, memory, mechanical hard drive, dedicated graphics card, and motherboard, are relatively fragile. So, which hardware is more prone to failure? Let’s take a look at the hardware failure rate rankings.
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Fifth place: Memory module
As a hardware component attached to the motherboard, memory modules have the lowest level of damage.
Firstly, as external hardware, they are not easily subject to external forces and are not as prone to shaking or falling as other hardware. The usual reason for memory module damage is often due to high voltage causing burnout, but the likelihood of such an occurrence is low.
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Fourth place: CPU
As a computer’s most critical hardware component, the CPU is well protected.
The cores of the CPU are still susceptible to pressure, which is why silicon grease, soldering techniques, and metal heat spreaders are now in place to prevent them from being crushed. With advancements in the manufacturing process, the failure rate of CPUs remains at a very low probability.
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Third place: Dedicated Graphics Card
As a fundamental requirement for gamers, dedicated graphics cards still have the potential for failure.
Firstly, graphics cards nowadays tend to be heavier, making it easy for their slots to become loose.
Secondly, due to the heat generated by dedicated graphics cards, if the cooling system is ineffective, the graphics card can easily become damaged due to overheating.
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Second place: Mechanical Hard Drive
Due to the unique structure of mechanical hard drives, they operate like precision instruments and require a stable environment to function properly. If their platters tilt or experience excessive vibration, it could result in a malfunction.
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First place: Motherboard
As the largest component in computer hardware with the most electronic elements, motherboards have the highest failure rate.
When a computer malfunctions, the majority of the time, it’s due to a damaged motherboard.
Because of the dense configuration of components, if one part fails, it can easily lead to a short circuit and the destruction of the entire motherboard, rendering half of the computer inoperable.
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