power supply needed for my build?

ElectroEvolution · Apr 7, 2014

Hey all! This is my first post/question.

So I have a build im in the works on and Im unsure of the psu wattage or psu I should get. Im SLI'ing two gtx 660 sc cards, my cpu is another 100w or so.

My build
http://pcpartpicker.com/user/ElectroEvolution/saved/#savedbuild_1001437

And also, if anyone could please point out any compatibility issues or components I should swap out, id be freatly appreciative.

Thanks!

Ahmadjon · Apr 7, 2014

You already bought components or want to buy?

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: AMD FX-8320 3.5GHz 8-Core Processor ($152.98 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-990FXA-UD3 ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($125.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: G.Skill Ares Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($78.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 840 EVO 250GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($139.99 @ Best Buy)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 780 3GB Video Card ($449.99 @ Newegg)
Case: NZXT Phantom 410 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($89.99 @ Micro Center)
Power Supply: Antec High Current Gamer 620W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($69.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NSB0 DVD/CD Writer ($14.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $1233.88
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-04-07 00:32 EDT-0400)

I wouldn't recommend you dual 660's! Better to get single 780 with 620W PSU!

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($227.99 @ NCIX US)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: ASRock Z87 Extreme4 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($124.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($79.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 840 EVO 120GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($89.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($57.98 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 780 3GB Video Card ($449.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Cooler Master HAF 912 ATX Mid Tower Case ($49.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: Antec High Current Gamer 620W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($69.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NSB0 DVD/CD Writer ($14.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $1285.86
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-04-07 00:36 EDT-0400)

Or save up some money and get Intel build

ElectroEvolution · Apr 7, 2014

I have not bought anything except one gtx 660 that i am currently using

Ahmadjon · Apr 7, 2014

ElectroEvolution :

Well then I would recommend you an Intel build which will be much better than AMD build!

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($227.99 @ NCIX US)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Asus Maximus VI Hero ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($189.99 @ NCIX US)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($79.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 840 EVO 120GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($89.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($57.98 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 660 2GB Video Card ($199.99 @ Newegg)
Case: NZXT Phantom (Black/Green) ATX Full Tower Case ($105.98 @ Best Buy)
Power Supply: SeaSonic G-750 750W 80+ Gold Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($79.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $1134.86
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-04-07 00:48 EDT-0400)

ElectroEvolution · Apr 7, 2014

Also i would like to keep the phantom case, i forgot to mention i already own it. My friend tokd me to go amd for cpu and mobo, i personally like intel so ill go intel. Why shouldnt i sli 660's? And if i do get a 780, do 660's have good resale value?

Ahmadjon · Apr 7, 2014

I don't know about resale price but single 780 will definitely better maybe it would be a bit slower but you'll avoid driver and microstuttering problems!
I would recommend you to sell your 660 and get that MSI's GTX-780 which is on sale now!

ElectroEvolution · Apr 7, 2014

Well since im going "big" in terms of graphics, should i get the ti model? Im sire that woukd be much better.

Ahmadjon · Apr 7, 2014

ElectroEvolution :

Depends on resolution! If you have only one 1080p monitor then 780ti is pointless but if you have or want multi monitor setup then of course 780ti would be better

780ti on 1080p is not worth the money!

ElectroEvolution · Apr 7, 2014

For now i have one 27" 1920x1080p

Ahmadjon · Apr 7, 2014

ElectroEvolution :

780 (non ti) is plenty for your resolution!

ElectroEvolution · Apr 7, 2014

Coolio! The mobo is overclockable right? I know what the cpu is. Just in case i wanna squeeze this girl for who she is going to be lol.

Ahmadjon · Apr 7, 2014

ElectroEvolution :

Maximus VI Hero is the best sub 200$ motherboard on the market and it supports OC as well!

ElectroEvolution · Apr 7, 2014

Well then

I believe i am set and your awesome sir. You just cleared up about three months of research for me.
Thank you for everything and your quick responses.

Ahmadjon · Apr 7, 2014

ElectroEvolution :

You're Welcome

If you have questions, feel free to ask!

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