I’m doing a full clean install of Windows 11 on a Samsung 970 EVO 1TB (completely wiped, fresh start). The install keeps getting stuck at 50% “Installing” and just sits there for hours.

What I’ve already tried:
- Waited 4+ hours (no progress past 50%)
- Restarted and retried the install 4 times
- Deleted all partitions → installed on unallocated space
- BIOS settings:
- CSM disabled
- UEFI enabled
- Secure Boot enabled
- SATA mode AHCI
- Using a USB installer

Same exact issue every time — freezes at 50%.

Specs:
- CPU: Ryzen 7 3700X
- GPU: AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT
- SSD: Samsung 970 EVO 1TB
- Motherboard: Gigabyte (not sure exact model)

At this point I’m not sure if it’s:
- Bad USB installer
- SSD issue
- RAM issue
- BIOS setting I’m missing

Has anyone seen this before or know what’s most likely causing it?

Any help would be appreciated.