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R9 280X with 600W PSU?

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October 14, 2014 8:05:14 AM

Hello, this question has been probably asked many times, but just to be sure.
Will my 600W PSU handle R9 280X?
And if yes, why is 750W suggested?

PSU:
Fortron AURUM 600W

R9 280X:
SAPPHIRE R9 280X DUAL-X 3GB DDR5 (not OC)

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October 14, 2014 8:18:47 AM

Yes you'll be fine. More then enough power.
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October 14, 2014 2:17:15 PM

neon4 said:
Hello, this question has been probably asked many times, but just to be sure.
Will my 600W PSU handle R9 280X?
And if yes, why is 750W suggested?

PSU:
Fortron AURUM 600W

R9 280X:
SAPPHIRE R9 280X DUAL-X 3GB DDR5 (not OC)


Hi - There are several reasons why GPU mfgs suggest higher wattage PSU's than are actually needed:

1.) To allow for those PSU brands/models that lie and exaggerate their power specs, and a lot of em do it.

2.) To allow for older PSU design's that simply don't allocate enough of their total power to the +12v rail(s)

3.) A recognition that these PSU's are not only used for gaming/gen purpose but also potentially for
bitcoin/litecoin mining which is far more taxing on the PSU.

4.) CYA

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