What size PSU to buy
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zachthun
June 26, 2014 6:59:22 PM
I'm almost ready to buy all the hardware for my first ever gaming pc and I'm not sure if I need to up my power supply. This is my build:
Cpu: intel core I-5 4590
Mobo: asrock z97 extreme 4
Memory: corsair vengeance 8gb (2x4gb) ddr3 - 1600
Storage: pny optima 240 gb ssd
Western digital 1 tb 7200rpm hdd
gpu: sapphire radeon r9 270x
Case: rosewill challenger atx mid tower
Optical: lite-on ihas 124-14 cd dvd
Psu: corsair cx 500w 80+ bronze
certified semi-modular atx
Will 500 watts be sufficient?
Cpu: intel core I-5 4590
Mobo: asrock z97 extreme 4
Memory: corsair vengeance 8gb (2x4gb) ddr3 - 1600
Storage: pny optima 240 gb ssd
Western digital 1 tb 7200rpm hdd
gpu: sapphire radeon r9 270x
Case: rosewill challenger atx mid tower
Optical: lite-on ihas 124-14 cd dvd
Psu: corsair cx 500w 80+ bronze
certified semi-modular atx
Will 500 watts be sufficient?
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i7Baby
June 26, 2014 7:06:23 PM
You need a 500W psu. But get a good one per http://www.tomshardware.com/answers/id-1804779/power-su...
eg Seasonic 520, XDX 550, Antec HCG 520M
The CX500 has been having problems reported here - poor voltage control (crappy capacitors) and badly moulded 24 pin motherboard connector.
eg Seasonic 520, XDX 550, Antec HCG 520M
The CX500 has been having problems reported here - poor voltage control (crappy capacitors) and badly moulded 24 pin motherboard connector.
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Pondering
June 26, 2014 7:09:07 PM
Are you getting a non-k / not overclockable CPU with an overclocking motherboard?
Get the XFX TS 550 for $26 after $25 rebate and $10 coupon: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E168... but it is not modular
or get the Antec HCG 620M for $60 after $20 rebate: www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E1681737105...
Both the XFX TS 550 and Antec HCG 620M have a 5 year warranty compared to 3 year warranty for the Corsair.
Get the XFX TS 550 for $26 after $25 rebate and $10 coupon: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E168... but it is not modular
or get the Antec HCG 620M for $60 after $20 rebate: www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E1681737105...
Both the XFX TS 550 and Antec HCG 620M have a 5 year warranty compared to 3 year warranty for the Corsair.
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The CX500 isn't Haswell compatible , get this XFX which is.
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant
Power Supply: XFX TS 550W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($25.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $25.99
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant
Power Supply: XFX TS 550W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($25.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $25.99
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
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zachthun
June 26, 2014 7:36:17 PM
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant
Memory: G.Skill Ares Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($72.00 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: XFX TS 550W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($25.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $97.99
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Memory: G.Skill Ares Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($72.00 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: XFX TS 550W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($25.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $97.99
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
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i7Baby
June 26, 2014 7:51:06 PM
zachthun
June 26, 2014 8:19:39 PM
Is it worth it to go any higher than 1600 on ram. I read somewhere that it's only necessary if you have an apu or something. Also that graphics wise the only difference from 1600 to 2400 in graphics is 1-3 fps. Is that i5 4690k going to be a good match with my r9 270x gpu or should I change that too. As of now I've changes my Psu to the xfx and the memory to the g skill ares
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June 27, 2014 5:18:17 PM
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PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 Plus 76.8 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($24.97 @ OutletPC)
Power Supply: XFX 650W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($59.99 @ NCIX US)
Total: $84.96
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 Plus 76.8 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($24.97 @ OutletPC)
Power Supply: XFX 650W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($59.99 @ NCIX US)
Total: $84.96
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
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zachthun
June 27, 2014 6:50:48 PM
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zachthun
June 27, 2014 7:10:17 PM
They come with some , but I prefer this:
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant
Thermal Compound: Arctic Cooling MX4 4g Thermal Paste ($5.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $5.99
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant
Thermal Compound: Arctic Cooling MX4 4g Thermal Paste ($5.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $5.99
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
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