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A few questions about a gaming build.

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September 14, 2014 9:34:38 AM

Hello,

I'm working on a new build to play games at 1080p on high settings. If possible, I'd like to reach ultra settings on games like Crysis 3, but it's not necessary. Here are the parts:

Processor: AMD FX Series FX-8350 4.0Ghz
CPU cooler: SCYTHE SCKTN-4000 Katana
Motherboard: Asus Sabertooth 990FX R2.0
RAM: Corsair Vengeance PC3-12800 DDR3 1600 8GB 2x4GB

As for these, they are components I already have from my previous build:

PSU: NOX NX Series 620W
GPU: Powercolor Radeon HD 7770

I am almost sure that 620W would be enough, but I've read it's always good to have slightly more than you need. What I am not sure at all is wether with 620W i already have slightly more power for this build.

AS for the GPU, would it be better to buy a single GPU, say, Asus Radeon R9 270X, or buy another 7770 and do Crossfire?
Also if you could suggest a better option for a GPU I'd be grateful.

Thank you in advance.




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a b 4 Gaming
September 14, 2014 2:46:22 PM

R9 270X definitely. Plus, that power supply unit is far from good. Reference here for a better unit - www.tomshardware.com/answers/id-1804779/power-supply-un...

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September 14, 2014 4:28:06 PM

Thanks for your answer!

According to your list, this one is Tier 2 class A:
XFX XXX Edition Pro Netzteil, semi-modular, 80Plus Bronze - 650 Watt
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a b 4 Gaming
September 15, 2014 5:55:39 AM

The XXX editions are in Tier 1. I think you mean the Pro editions. They're great units.
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September 15, 2014 6:31:02 AM

You are right, I thought it was in the pro series. In that case even better, the price is very reasonable. Thanks a lot once again.
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