How much watts do I need?
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DC4326 :
Hmm, I was thinking about the Seasonic P760 (760W), or should I pick the P660 to do the job? 
Also, will there any be a difference when I choose the 80+ Platinum over the 80+ Gold?
Also, will there any be a difference when I choose the 80+ Platinum over the 80+ Gold?
Both 80+ Gold and Platinum rated PSUs are incredibly efficient and even at idle, the fan doesn't spin, because little energy is expelled as heat. This gives the advantage of a silent PSU and saving money on energy bills. It's your pick as both units are of amazing quality, but to be safe, buy the 760W, as that'll give room for upgrades in the future.
houldendub
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A 550w PSU would be absolutely fine. If you're unsure, go for a 650w PSU - they're not a huge amount more and will pay dividends if you want to add extra stuff to your computer.
Make sure you don't skimp on the PSU though. A £15 700w PSU might sound like a good deal, but not when it blows up your expensive hardware. Spend the extra money getting a good, (at least) 80% Efficient PSU from a trusted brand and you should never encounter a problem.
Make sure you don't skimp on the PSU though. A £15 700w PSU might sound like a good deal, but not when it blows up your expensive hardware. Spend the extra money getting a good, (at least) 80% Efficient PSU from a trusted brand and you should never encounter a problem.
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A quality 500w unit is plenty for that setup including any overclocking you might want to do. Buy XFX, Seasonic, PC P&C, or OCZ. Someone else might have a brand/unit to recommend, I'm tired.
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For that build, I recommend the Seasonic S12-II 620W 80+ Bronze certified PSU - http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/part/seasonic-power-supply-s12ii620bronze
This PSU will keep your system stable and is of high quality. It'll power a 770 AMP and an overclocked i5 no problem.
This PSU will keep your system stable and is of high quality. It'll power a 770 AMP and an overclocked i5 no problem.
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DC4326 :
Hmm, I was thinking about the Seasonic P760 (760W), or should I pick the P660 to do the job?
Also, will there any be a difference when I choose the 80+ Platinum over the 80+ Gold?
Also, will there any be a difference when I choose the 80+ Platinum over the 80+ Gold?
Both 80+ Gold and Platinum rated PSUs are incredibly efficient and even at idle, the fan doesn't spin, because little energy is expelled as heat. This gives the advantage of a silent PSU and saving money on energy bills. It's your pick as both units are of amazing quality, but to be safe, buy the 760W, as that'll give room for upgrades in the future.
I was looking at this one as welll... 59.95 after codes and rebates
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?nm_mc=AFC-TechBargains&cm_mmc=AFC-TechBargains-_-NA-_-NA-_-NA&Item=N82E16817151107
which is better or are both good enough?
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?nm_mc=AFC-TechBargains&cm_mmc=AFC-TechBargains-_-NA-_-NA-_-NA&Item=N82E16817151107
which is better or are both good enough?
DC4326 :
Hmm, I was thinking about the Seasonic P760 (760W), or should I pick the P660 to do the job?
Also, will there any be a difference when I choose the 80+ Platinum over the 80+ Gold?
Also, will there any be a difference when I choose the 80+ Platinum over the 80+ Gold?
dottorrent
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greg209 :
I was looking at this one as welll... 59.95 after codes and rebates
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?nm_mc=AFC-TechBargains&cm_mmc=AFC-TechBargains-_-NA-_-NA-_-NA&Item=N82E16817151107
which is better or are both good enough?
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?nm_mc=AFC-TechBargains&cm_mmc=AFC-TechBargains-_-NA-_-NA-_-NA&Item=N82E16817151107
which is better or are both good enough?
DC4326 :
Hmm, I was thinking about the Seasonic P760 (760W), or should I pick the P660 to do the job?
Also, will there any be a difference when I choose the 80+ Platinum over the 80+ Gold?
Also, will there any be a difference when I choose the 80+ Platinum over the 80+ Gold?
It's a very good unit as well.
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dottorrent :
DC4326 :
Hmm, I was thinking about the Seasonic P760 (760W), or should I pick the P660 to do the job?
Also, will there any be a difference when I choose the 80+ Platinum over the 80+ Gold?
Also, will there any be a difference when I choose the 80+ Platinum over the 80+ Gold?
Both 80+ Gold and Platinum rated PSUs are incredibly efficient and even at idle, the fan doesn't spin, because little energy is expelled as heat. This gives the advantage of a silent PSU and saving money on energy bills. It's your pick as both units are of amazing quality, but to be safe, buy the 760W, as that'll give room for upgrades in the future.
Thanks! But, is it worth the extra money for the platinum?
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greg209 :
I was looking at this one as welll... 59.95 after codes and rebates
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?nm_mc=AFC-TechBargains&cm_mmc=AFC-TechBargains-_-NA-_-NA-_-NA&Item=N82E16817151107
which is better or are both good enough?
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?nm_mc=AFC-TechBargains&cm_mmc=AFC-TechBargains-_-NA-_-NA-_-NA&Item=N82E16817151107
which is better or are both good enough?
DC4326 :
Hmm, I was thinking about the Seasonic P760 (760W), or should I pick the P660 to do the job?
Also, will there any be a difference when I choose the 80+ Platinum over the 80+ Gold?
Also, will there any be a difference when I choose the 80+ Platinum over the 80+ Gold?
I think choosing seasonic would be better.
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