PSU for R9 280x Vapor x and I5 4670k Overclocking (Australia)

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Hello again, today I have questions about PSU for new build.

I am not sure which PSU should I get for my new build.
As stated on topic, I live in Australia. So I will not be able to get PSUs that are available in US (like XFx or Seasonic).

These are PSUs that Im interested to buy.

Coolermaster GX2 Power 80Plus Bronze 750w $103
Coolermaster Thunder 750w $85
Thermaltake Smartpower 80Plus Bronze $109
Antec True Power 80Plus Gold 750 $149
Corsair CX600 v3 $95
Corsair GS700-V2 $125
Corsair TX750 $155
Corsair HX650-V2 $155

I was going to get the Smartpower but some people said it doesn't last long. so now I have no idea which to get.
Someone please help me choose, any suggestions will be appreciated. Thanks

Spec:
Mobo: Asrock Z87 Extreme4 LGA 1150 Motherboard
CPU: Intel Core i5 4670K 3.4GHz (3.8 GHz Turbo)
CPU Cooler: Coolermaster Hyper 212 EVO
GPU: Sapphire Vapor R9-280X 3G
RAM: G.Skill Ripjaws-X 2x4GB 1600
HDD: Seagate 3.5" Barracuda 1TB
DVD drive: MSI SATA 22x
Case: Antec GX700 Gaming
PSU: ????

Website

PSU list: http://www.msy.com.au/default.jsp?category=94
Partlist: http://www.msy.com.au/Parts/PARTS.pdf
 
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Yes - the hcg620 will run your system with a 280x without issue.
The important spec is the +12v rail amps. A system with a 280x needs at least 30 +12v amps, the HCG620 has 48. You are good to go with plenty of headroom.

Even 290x, gtx780 don't need 750:

http://www.realhardtechx.com/index_archivos/Page362.htm

http://forum-en.msi.com/faq/article/power-requirements-for-graphics-cards

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alright build your build on pcpartpicker and i rounded the wattage and got bout 500 watts so now its just up to u if u plan on upgrading your desktop if u do then i would get the 750 watt if u plan on just keeping this build and not upgrading go with the Corsair HX650-V2 cause u always want extra power trust me
 
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Hi - Looks like you don't mind spending $$ for quality. Of the PSU's you listed the HX650 is superior in quality to any of the others listed and has plenty of headroom. If you don't mind spending $155au then that is the one to get.

In you want a less expensive alternative, let me know, I'll see if I can find someting of good quality. But, I'd stck with the HX650 if it fits your budget:

http://www.hardwaresecrets.com/article/Corsair-HX650-Gold-Power-Supply-Review/1705/1
 
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The HX650 is quite expensive for 650w. At first, I tried to keep my budget as low as I can, thats why I was going for Smartpower. But then some people said its not good, so now I have to look for better PSU.
Are these PSUs any good??
GS800-V2
TX750
True power

Would it be ok if I just buy one of above instead of HX650?? they are cheaper and has more wattage than HX though.


Just trying to get the best out of my money
 
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My friend just suggest Thermaltake ToughPower 80Plus Gold 750, he said its quite popular around here and its Gold certification.
Should stick with TX or go with Toughpower???
 
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Hi again - here are a some quality less expensive alternatives:

http://au.pcpartpicker.com/mr/plecomau/xfx-power-supply-p1650xxxb9 - Seasonic built - semi modular - ex value

http://au.pcpartpicker.com/mr/pccasegear/antec-power-supply-hcg620m - also Seasonic built - semi modular

http://au.pcpartpicker.com/mr/cplonline/corsair-power-supply-cmpsu650txv2 - also Seasonic built

Any of these are quality units, I would choose the semi mod XFX,
best value of the three, all are better price/value units than the GS800
or TX750.




 
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Antec high current 620w...
will it work with 280x?? coz the said need 750w

At local shop they dont have XFX and TX V2
Or I may have to get XFX online then.

XFX has ran out in PLE
 
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Yes - the hcg620 will run your system with a 280x without issue.
The important spec is the +12v rail amps. A system with a 280x needs at least 30 +12v amps, the HCG620 has 48. You are good to go with plenty of headroom.

Even 290x, gtx780 don't need 750:

http://www.realhardtechx.com/index_archivos/Page362.htm

http://forum-en.msi.com/faq/article/power-requirements-for-graphics-cards

 
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Antec High current 620 then.
Thanks bro, you saved my life man (I guess) lol
 
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Enjoy!
 
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