Sapphire 7970 Boost OC. Will it work with my PSU?

Jenksgaming · Apr 3, 2013

Hey guys i need some help!

I am thinking of upgrading my GTX 560 Ti to a Sapphire 7970 boost oc that. I found in overclockers.co.uk

The only thing im worried about is the PSU! It is a 750 watt PSU but im mot sure on the brand! Here is a picture inside!

http://i48.tinypic.com/dvsp3q.jpg

If it helps i have 2 HDD's
8gb ram
Amd fx-8120 8 core cpu
asus m5a78l-m usb 3.0 motherboard

Thanks!

ARICH5 · Apr 3, 2013

well you got 2 12v rails with 24a each. on a 750W unit. id say its not a good unit since the new psu's now have 40a on the 12v.
id say without knowing the maker..risky

COLGeek · Apr 3, 2013

Honestly, I would not connect a high-end GPU to that PSU. Here is a link describing it (the part number in the picture was used to locate this):

http://microdream.co.uk/pc-components/pc-components-power-supplies/evo-labs-psevo-750w-ep10n1-atx-750w-psu-power-supply.html

It is a budget (as in cheap) device and I would seriously question its ability to power your desired HD7970. I would recommend you upgrade your PSU if going with the HD7970. Get a Seasonic or Corsair.

Good luck!

Jenksgaming · Apr 3, 2013

COLGeek :

Thanks! Could you link me to a good PSU for under £100??

Feldmarschall · Apr 3, 2013

Hi,

Don't use it for that GPU. It has only one PCI-E 6 pin connector so that could point you how much it can produce. Maybe it has enough AMPS stated but it may be that gauge of cords is too whin for that kind of current (part of savings in production).

I agree with COLGeek. Buy seasonic, corsair, xfx, PCPC, ocz, antec... Good, stable and certified PSU of 550W or more.

Best regards.

ARICH5 · Apr 3, 2013

COLGeek :

oh lord! good catch colgeek

Jenksgaming · Apr 3, 2013

Feldmarschall :

Thanks for the advice. Please could you link me to a good psu for my system ??

Thanks

COLGeek · Apr 3, 2013

Check this one:

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Seasonic-Modular-Multi-GPU-Technologies-Supported/dp/B00607JMI8/ref=sr_1_3?s=computers&ie=UTF8&qid=1365000532&sr=1-3

Feldmarschall · Apr 3, 2013

Just to add Corsair option

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817139006
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817139005

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