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I'd like to know which good budget PSU I should get if I am gaming and OC'ing. Here are the parts I'll be buying soon. Thanks in advance.

MOBO: MSI Z97 Gaming 6
CPU: Intel i5 4690k @ 3.5Ghz
Cooler: Cooler Master Nepton 120
GPU: EVGA GeForce 960 @ 2Gb
RAM: G.SKILL Ripjaws X Series 8Gb @ 2133
Case: Enermax Ostrog GT
 
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it basically depends on the GPU and CPU, which are the components that draw more power. You can follow this table, which tells the power needed for whole system, based on the GPU used:
http://www.realhardtechx.com/index_archivos/Page362.htm

GTX 960 is listed as needing 430W, on the safe side. Since you will be overclocking, get at least 500W (although the list already accounts for this). I recommend these 2:

http://pcpartpicker.com/part/evga-power-supply-100w10500kr (tighter budget)
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/xfx-power-supply-p1550sxxb9 (bit more money)
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it basically depends on the GPU and CPU, which are the components that draw more power. You can follow this table, which tells the power needed for whole system, based on the GPU used:
http://www.realhardtechx.com/index_archivos/Page362.htm

GTX 960 is listed as needing 430W, on the safe side. Since you will be overclocking, get at least 500W (although the list already accounts for this). I recommend these 2:

http://pcpartpicker.com/part/evga-power-supply-100w10500kr (tighter budget)
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/xfx-power-supply-p1550sxxb9 (bit more money)
 
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Thank you for the help. The 550 watt XFX power supply was the one I searched on NCIX Canada and it's for a decent price. Here it is: http://www.ncix.com/detail/xfx-550w-ts-series-80-a0-59615-1292.htm

So this will be enough to power my PC for gaming, OC'ing and streaming my games? Also, I used to have the MSI GeForce 560 Ti Twin Frozr II @ 1Gb and I was thinking of upgrading to the 960. Is there a good upgrade for a decent price? And what brand is good for GPU? I have the EVGA 960 @ 2Gb picked out, but if there's something other than that for a good upgrade then please let me know.
 
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Thanks! Also, I used to have the MSI GeForce 560 Ti Twin Frozr II @ 1Gb and I was thinking of upgrading to the 960. Is there a good upgrade for a decent price? And what brand is good for GPU? I have the EVGA 960 @ 2Gb picked out, but if there's something other than that for a good upgrade then please let me know.
 
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My personal preference is the Gigabyte G1 version, because of the looks, triple fan, low noise, low temps, and already high clock out of the box. (to be honest, i fell in love with the G1 version when i saw some pictures of it lol)

But to be honest, any model is good. And you can do the overclock at home, without the need to pay more for it. Check benchmarks for the various models. Some will bring backplate, some have a "low noise" profile that only activates the fans after 65ºC, some have more fans, some have higher clocks, some have LEDs, etc etc etc....

All models are good, since the chip inside them is the same. It's a matter of personal preference if you ask me. Also, you are good with the 2GB version. the gtx 960 4GB version is overated, and the results are almost the same of the "younger brother".

And the XFX is a great choice since you had that in mind and is a good deal for you.
 
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You guys are so helpful! :D Thank you very much! What does the backplate do for GPUs, btw? I don't know much about them lol (sorry!) XD
 
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"sagging"?


There's four main reason for a backplate, the benefits of each are debatable:

-Aesthetics, some people prefer it to the look of a bare PCB
-Rigidity, depending on how it's constructed it can help prevent "drooping" of larger/heavier cards once they are installed in a case; potentially reducing stress on the PCIe slot.
-Cooling/Heat dissipation, arguably the metal can help dissipate heat (especially if there are extra components on the back of the PCB). Though the actual cooling benefit is likely next to zero if not completely negligible.
-They are often part of the mechanism for mounting water-cooling blocks to GPUs, though you would normally use a third party backplate for the water block in these cases.

 
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You're very helpful! :D Would you be able to provide a link to a decently priced Gigabyte G1 960 with a backplate, please? :) Keep in mind I live in Canada.
 
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the G1 model already comes with backplate. it is one of the model's specifications.

http://ca.pcpartpicker.com/parts/video-card/#c=208&sort=a8&page=1&r=2048

here is a list with all 960 models. If you click on one, it shows the main stores and respective prices. Also, look on your local computer stores, you may find a promotion or something like that.

Also, don't choose the G1 model just because i told you it is good ^^ look at all the models on that list, compare their prices and specifications, and choose the one that is more suited for your needs, wallet, and desires :p

Also, if you choose the model X, but then find the model Y with a huge discount on some store, I would advise to go for it (unless you reeeeally really want the model X lol)
 
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Thanks for the help! :) So it doesn't matter too much on the models? Also, does it make a difference if there's two fans instead of three?
 
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Not really. In theory, since it has more fans, there is more air flow, leading to lower temps, leading to lower fan speed, leading to less noise.

This is obviously in theory. If you look at the benchmarks, the G1 is the cooler of them all, but in the noise category, it gets the 3rd place or so if i recall correctly.
 
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Thanks for that. ^^ I know this post has gotten WAY off topic, but I do have another year ion and then that will be it. I know you said not to make a decision based on your opinion, but can you recommend a good 3 fan 960 card, please? I'm not the best at narrowing down parts when it comes to GPU. I got everything else down pat.
 
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