Upgrading computer, what psu?

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Well, I'm upgrading my computer to a AMD 8320 and I plan on overclocking. I currently have a 7850, one HDD, 4 case fans, and 2x4 gigs of ram. In the future I plan on adding another HDD and 7850.

I'm pretty sure 650w would be enough but I would prefer 750w for a little more headroom and future proofing. Additionally, modular is a must. I want to keep it around $90 preferably. For reference my current psu is an Antec earthwatts 380w.

I'm currently eying the Rosewill HIVE
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817182133

Also, this RAIDMAX seems too good to be true
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817152043

There is also this SeaSonic for $10 over budget. I know SeaSonic is the rave, however there are some disconcerning reviews on the unit.

All help is greatly appreciated and any other recommendations are welcomed.
 
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nostall
DON'T go with the Raidmax! Check out it's placement in this list of PSU's (from recommended/good down to not recommended/replace.
http://www.eggxpert.com/forums/thread/323050.aspx

You have a good PC going there, cheaping out on the PSU will put everything at risk
Beg, borrow, open a credit acct, do whatever, and get that Seasonic
Or consider this
XFX Core Edition PRO650W (P1-650S-NLB9) 650W ATX12V 2.2 & ESP12V 2.91 SLI Ready CrossFire Ready 80 PLUS BRONZE Certified Active PFC Power Supply
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817207014
Made by Seasonic, enough amps on the 12v to add another 7850, 4 Pci-e connectors. $79.99 after $10 rebate.
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DON'T go with the Raidmax! Check out it's placement in this list of PSU's (from recommended/good down to not recommended/replace.
http://www.eggxpert.com/forums/thread/323050.aspx

You have a good PC going there, cheaping out on the PSU will put everything at risk
Beg, borrow, open a credit acct, do whatever, and get that Seasonic
Or consider this
XFX Core Edition PRO650W (P1-650S-NLB9) 650W ATX12V 2.2 & ESP12V 2.91 SLI Ready CrossFire Ready 80 PLUS BRONZE Certified Active PFC Power Supply
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817207014
Made by Seasonic, enough amps on the 12v to add another 7850, 4 Pci-e connectors. $79.99 after $10 rebate.
 
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Excellent choice, you won't be disappointed. Going to be a nice PC, especially when you get both cards running.
 
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Kinda pricey but has a lot of features and a 5 yrs. warranty, ASUS Sabertooth. (My board, it was the warranty the impressed me).
If you aren't overclocking, stick with the stock cooler; it works well. Going to overclock, Corsair H80 or H80i or the EVO 212 (I think that's its name).
 
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