Before applying fixes, identify your likely culprit:
If Dolphin takes 2.1 seconds to compile a complex shader, you get VK_ERROR_DEVICE_LOST . You can increase this timeout via the Registry. dolphin vk error device lost work
If you experience device loss in other games (Cyberpunk 2077, Call of Duty, etc.), your PSU might be insufficient. When your GPU demands peak power during a Dolphin shader compilation, a weak PSU causes voltage drops, leading to a device loss. Ensure your PSU is at least 50W above your GPU's recommended rating. Before applying fixes, identify your likely culprit: If