Why am I getting a Video DXGKRNL Fatal Error on Windows?

[David]

Hello, I keep seeing this Video DXGKRNL Fatal Error message on my Windows PC, and I have no idea what it means. It suddenly crashes my system, and I’m not sure if it’s a driver issue, graphics problem, or something else.


Can anyone explain what causes this error and how I can fix it? I’d really appreciate some clear steps or personal experiences if you’ve faced this issue before.

 

[niyati]

On Windows, a video DXGKRNL fatal error typically means that your graphics card or graphics driver isn't working properly. Drivers that are corrupted, out-of-date, or incompatible are frequently to blame. System file errors, malfunctioning hardware, and overheating are additional causes. It is frequently resolved by running Windows Update and updating or reinstalling your graphics driver.

 

[nikhilrajoria]

Causes:

The obsolete or damaged GPU drivers.

Overheating GPU

Hardware conflict

Fix:

Update graphics drivers

Integrity Run sfc /scannow in Command Prompt

Check Windows updates

In case, test GPU, hardware problems.

 

[Gsusangrey]

A serious problem with the DirectX Graphics Kernel Subsystem ($dxgkrnl.sys$) is indicated by the "Video DXGKRNL Fatal Error" Blue Screen of Death (BSOD).

• The most frequent reason is outdated or corrupt graphics drivers; the program that controls your GPU is broken.
• A corrupted DirectX installation or issues with recent Windows updates.
• Corrupt System Files: Important Windows files that are frequently associated with graphics or hardware are corrupted.
• Hardware issues include overheating or a malfunctioning RAM or Graphics Processing Unit (GPU).
• Malware or third-party apps that interfere with the graphics system.

 

[danisjohn]

The Video DXGKRNL Fatal Error on Windows usually occurs due to corrupted or outdated graphics drivers, hardware issues, or system file conflicts. Updating your GPU drivers, running Windows Update, and checking for overheating can fix it. If the issue persists, perform a clean boot or reinstall Windows display components.