What PSU should I get for a build? Is 650W enough?

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Is 600 enough or better 650 or higher ? Thanks.
 
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Nothing wrong with Corsair psus as such. The HXi, AX, AXi, RMi series are very good. But as with most conglomerates of such size, Corsair also caters to the criminally ignorant, those who just don't understand nor care to, the importance of a good psu. For these ppl, Corsair will happily sell the CX, VS, CS lines.

Seasonic is the rule of thumb. If the psu isn't built by them, based on their designs, like the Evga GS, or isn't of similar or better quality, such as the Evga G2 series by SuperFlower, then it honestly isn't worth the price paid
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Do you have a link to the PSU your looking at? Also, I would have a look at the PSU Tier recommendation list to help in a decision. http://www.tomshardware.com/forum/id-2547993/psu-tier-list.html. You want to stick with known reputable/models. FSP are supposed to be quality units though.
 
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I'd avoid fortron. If you are not going to overclock: XFX TS 550W 80 Plus Gold certified Power Supply Unit

If you are considering overclocking: EVGA 650 W G2 GOLD 80+ Modular PC Power Supply Unit (Quality unit by made Superflower)
OR XFX 650w XTR Gold Fully Modular Power Supply Unit
 
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There are no quality 600w units. 550w yes, 620w yes, 650w yes, but 600w no. The above mentioned tier list is more than a guide, it borders on a necessity. You are looking at a $1200+ pc and thinking of powering it with one of the most unreliable psus made. With those parts you should be looking at a tier2 or better psu, and price is not, and should not be a consideration.
 
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I'd stay away from corsair PSUs, not the best and for a similar price you can get some with a much better build quality
 
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Nothing wrong with Corsair psus as such. The HXi, AX, AXi, RMi series are very good. But as with most conglomerates of such size, Corsair also caters to the criminally ignorant, those who just don't understand nor care to, the importance of a good psu. For these ppl, Corsair will happily sell the CX, VS, CS lines.

Seasonic is the rule of thumb. If the psu isn't built by them, based on their designs, like the Evga GS, or isn't of similar or better quality, such as the Evga G2 series by SuperFlower, then it honestly isn't worth the price paid
 
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