What PSU rating should I use?

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Hi Guys. I'm not too sure what is the power rating I'm supposed to use for the following setup:

CPU: i7-4790K
Mobo: Gigabyte Z97X Gaming 7
CPU Cooler: CM Hyper EVO 212X
Ram: Kingston HyperX Fury 1866MHz 16GB
GPU: Palit Gtx 980 Super Jetstream SLI
SSD: Crucial MX200 250GB
HDD: WD Blue 1TB
Case: Phantek Enthoo Pro OR Airflow 540(With 3-5 LED Fans)

I'll be doing some moderate overclocking with this system.
Now, I'm considering a 1000w unit, mainly for the extra headroom and future upgradability, but I have a feeling that it might be a little bit excessive.
The units I'm considering now would be the Coolermaster v850/1000w or the Seasonic X-850/1050w PSU. I've heard that EVGA's PSUs are good, but they're hard to find where I am, so I'll be omitting them for now.
All help would be appreciated and thanks in advance.
 
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The SF Leadex 1000W would be perfect, more then enough power, energy efficient, and excellent quality, plus its a Tier 1 PSU.

http://www.tomshardware.co.uk/forum/id-2547993/psu-tier-list.html

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terminexia

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Hi guys. Sorry for the late reply, been pretty busy as of late.
The Ax860i is a little bit out of a budget, but I can get the Hx850i instead.
Alternatively, I can try the Superflower Leadex 1000w 80+ Platinum, seeing as EVGAs PSU are made by Superflower as well.
 

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The SF Leadex 1000W would be perfect, more then enough power, energy efficient, and excellent quality, plus its a Tier 1 PSU.

http://www.tomshardware.co.uk/forum/id-2547993/psu-tier-list.html
 
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The Leadex 1000W is a good choice. But if the Coolermaster V1000W or seasonic X1050W is cheaper then these would be fine as well.
 

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Surprisingly enough, the Leadmax is only $5 more than the V1000, while the X1050 is $10 more expensive than the Leadmax over here. Huh.
The Leadmax Platinum it is.

Anyway, thanks a lot for the help guys! Really appreciate it.