Need a PSU That's Exactly This Size

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MrBoomBoom

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Hi there!
I recently bought this Acer after reading good reviews:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16883103795

The reviews said there was room for upgrades, but I think not! The PSU (I think) is kinda small. It's 5.5 inches (From back to front) by a little under 6 inches (from side to side) by a little over 3.25 inches (top to bottom). I want to upgrade it so I can get a better graphics card, probably an AMD 7790. Any suggestions for PSUs this size?
 
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Dark Lord of Tech
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817139026

CORSAIR Builder Series CX430 430W ATX12V v2.3 80 PLUS BRONZE Certified Active PFC Power Supply

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$39.99
Save: $10.00 (20%)
$19.99 after $20.00 rebate card

Dimensions
5.9"(W) x 3.4"(H) x 5.5"(L) < Standard OEM , will fit your needs.


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PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

Power Supply: Enermax 450W ATX12V Power Supply ($34.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $34.99
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-08-05 11:43 EDT-0400)
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Dark Lord of Tech

Dark Lord of Tech

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http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817139026

CORSAIR Builder Series CX430 430W ATX12V v2.3 80 PLUS BRONZE Certified Active PFC Power Supply

Jonnyguru recommended award

$39.99
Save: $10.00 (20%)
$19.99 after $20.00 rebate card

Dimensions
5.9"(W) x 3.4"(H) x 5.5"(L) < Standard OEM , will fit your needs.


OR


PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

Power Supply: Enermax 450W ATX12V Power Supply ($34.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $34.99
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-08-05 11:43 EDT-0400)
 
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ram1009

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I doubt you need to worry about the physical size of the PSU. Newegg lists physical size in their "details" sections. I would, however be concerned about wattage & quality. IMHO, PSUs should never be stressed beyond 50% of their rated capacity. Yes, you will spend a little more for a larger PSU. Think of it as an insurance policy. Running a PSU at or near it's capacity is like driving your car in first gear all the time. It will work for a while but it's wearing itself out prematurely and it's unnecessary. FWIW, I prefer Seasonic.
 
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