Should I include my PSU in my upgrade?

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auron007

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I just wanted to get some ideas if I really needed to change my PSU,
I am planning on upgrading my RIG in a couple of months my idea would be:

CPU: Intel i5 4570
Mobo: MSI H87M-G43 H87 Chipset or other similar H87 mobo from other brands
Memory: 4 gb Kingston Hyper - X 1600 1x
GPU: Radeon HD 5670 (I already have this one and would still use it)
PSU: a generic PSU 600W
Case: Aerocool Strike X

So I was wondering if my current generic PSU can still be of use, of is it safer to buy a better or a good brand of PSU? I don't think I would be overclocking and/or SLI/Crossfire

and if you have any suggestions in my setup I would gladly appreciate it.
 
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Actually, the generic PSU will handle your rig because your CPU only uses 84W and your GPU only uses 64W. But still, I wouldn't risk it. If I were you, I would buy this cheap and trustworthy PSU. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817139049&nm_mc=AFC-C8Junction&cm_mmc=AFC-C8Junction-_-na-_-na-_-na&cm_sp=&AID=10446076&PID=3938566&SID=
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james77

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Actually, the generic PSU will handle your rig because your CPU only uses 84W and your GPU only uses 64W. But still, I wouldn't risk it. If I were you, I would buy this cheap and trustworthy PSU. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817139049&nm_mc=AFC-C8Junction&cm_mmc=AFC-C8Junction-_-na-_-na-_-na&cm_sp=&AID=10446076&PID=3938566&SID=
 
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james77

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Generic PSUs are dangerous. They are usually made out of low quality parts from China. Generic PSUs won't be able to deliver it's rated wattage and would explode if you try to reach them. However, on low power computers, it is sometimes okay to use a generic PSU. But still, there is always a risk that your components would fry up because of bad PSU.
 
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