If my PSU is 300W ATX am I ok upgrading to 650W

Emza35 · Aug 12, 2015

So after taken on board what people have said regards to getting a new graphics card Asus GTX 750Ti 2Gb the thing didn't work! as didn't have a 6 pin cable from the power supply I've ordered the Trueway adaptor an also a new psu after sending my pc specs to Maplin replied this should be a good upgrade Powercool 650W ATX PC Power Supply the thing that had me worried an a headache was the (should) I scoured sites an forum's trying to find the right exact dimensions. But at end of day if it doesn't fit can go back? So suppose what I'm asking have I made an ok choice my system is HP Pavilion p6-2302eam already said what psu is. Also how do you really know if what you have received is a new item as shouldn't it be wrapped in cellophane with authentication sticker? Or am I just being picky as I don't know if it works the graphics card or not.

tiny voices · Aug 12, 2015

Powercool is a junk brand. I do not know who would recommend that but they have no clue about PCs. Also 650w is WAY more than you need. 450w is plenty.

Get a 450-550w unit from Antec, XFX, Seasonic

PsyKhiqZero · Aug 12, 2015

Yep if it means getting a lower wattage PSU, it's always better to get the higher quality one. A good PSU will last for multiple builds and will keep the rest of the parts safer.

I didn't see a budget but I would, if you can afford it, try to get a qaulity 650 watt unit. It may be overkill but it will give you room to upgrade the rest of your parts in the future.

Emza35 · Aug 12, 2015

tiny voices :

Ok and where can I get this from and cost? I'm in the UK I put it in what you quoted and giving me no results in Maplin but finding corsairs In Scan search. Thanks

tiny voices · Aug 12, 2015

Don;t buy cheap Corsair PSUs. they are not good.

http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/part/xfx-power-supply-p1550sxxb9 that is what you want.

Emza35 · Aug 13, 2015

tiny voices :

Hi thanks for your advice Maplin have stated what they have chosen for me is right for my system? regards to the power supply your suggesting the XFX Core 450W 80+ Bronze is only available either from Scan or Ebuyer it's cheaper at Ebuyer but then with P+P. The 550W is under ETA review at Scan have to pre-order and the 550W at Maplin are Corsair and you said no to that?

tiny voices · Aug 13, 2015

Nope, DO NOT use that Powercool PSU. Terrible quality PSU and will be a danger to your PC.

Avoid Corsair as well for low end PSUs. Try to get an Antec if you can. That would be much better.

tiny voices · Aug 13, 2015

http://www.maplin.co.uk/c/computing-and-office/pc-components#Category

C%20Power%20Supplies&sort=&page=1&productsPerPage=12

There is no 550w Corsair PSU at maplin.

Emza35 · Aug 13, 2015

tiny voices :

Hi so out of curiosity why is the Antec cheaper than XFX Core series? such as the 0-761345-10619-1 - 450W Antec NEO ECO, 80PLUS Bronze, 1x120mm, ATX, PSU and I finally decide on the XFX you originally linked me to, as you guessed I'm un-educated regards to PSU and what id need personally for my system.

tiny voices · Aug 13, 2015

The antec is cheaper because it is SLIGHTLY lower quality, but both are VERY good and MUCH better than the Powercool or Corsair units.

the XFX will serve you well.

madmatt30 · Aug 13, 2015

Maplins are notbto be trusted - they sell £25 tacky psu's at a 500% profit margin

As said s power cool is likely to blow up your PC seriously.

On a budget id always take the evga 500b personally.
EVGA 500B 500W 80+ BRONZE PC Power Supply https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00DZ6R9GE/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_-.mZvbWKHCFY2

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