Help me picking out my PSU :)

Elmaes · Feb 15, 2016

Hey, im willing to buy a new PSU that fits in my case (Lenovo TC E73) to run the GTX 750Ti 2GB DDR5.
Here are the pc specs
Core i3 4160 3.6GHz
4gb Ram (upgrading to 8gb)
180W Acbel PSU
So what would you suggest ?
thanks in advance

_JakeDavies · Feb 15, 2016

Firstly I suggest getting an SFX PSU just in case there are any fitment issues with a full sized PSU. Secondly I would get a 400W or 450W PSU. It gives you plenty of room for overclocking but also allows you to add a better graphics card in the future.

This is the PSU I recommend: Silverstone SST-ST45SF

Elmaes · Feb 15, 2016

Thank you, but Does this one fits in the case ?
and sorry im new to PCs world, so what is the "SFX PSU" does ?

geofelt · Feb 15, 2016

It would appear that your case is a slim one that needs a smaller than ATX psu.
Measure the dimensions of the psu to find out exactly what kind.
I think you might need a TFX psu.
Here is an example; check the dimensions
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817151090

A GTX750ti normally does not need any aux 6 pin power and runs entirely on the pcie X16 slot for power.
That is a max of 75w.
Your cpu is a 54w draw, so I think you will be ok.
Be careful to pick a low profile GTX750ti so it will fit in your case.

You could first try without changing the psu.

Elmaes · Feb 15, 2016

Thank you, but wont i be at risk if i put that without changing the PSU ?
Because im also going to higher the ram

_JakeDavies · Feb 15, 2016

Adding more RAM shouldn't be a concern due to how small amount of power RAM uses. An SFX PSU is basically a small PSU, and they are designed to fit in small cases like yours.

Elmaes · Feb 15, 2016

So im gonna go without replacing the psu because i heard that it takes (w/ GPU) around 120W And there is OPP, So thanks

_JakeDavies · Feb 15, 2016

No problem it will be close but shouldn't be any trouble. Pick the best answer and enjoy

Elmaes · Feb 16, 2016

Just one more question,
Will this fit my case ?

http://goo.gl/S1GttP

and is it good ?

_JakeDavies · Feb 16, 2016

Elmaes :

Yes it's a good power supply and it should fit in your case just fine.

_JakeDavies · Feb 16, 2016

Elmaes :

Yes it's a good power supply and it should fit in your case just fine.

Elmaes · Feb 16, 2016

Thank you, but How can i be 100% sure that it will ?

Elmaes · Feb 16, 2016

Cant i get a normal one ? or it must be sfx ?

_JakeDavies · Feb 16, 2016

Elmaes :

Look up your case and see how big of a power supply you can put in it, if it doesn't tell you measure the spot where your power supply goes and compare it against the size of the actual PSU

Elmaes · Feb 16, 2016

So is it impossible to put on a normal PSU ?

_JakeDavies · Feb 16, 2016

possibly depending on the size but it's more than likely going to be an SFX PSU.

Elmaes · Feb 16, 2016

Actually my PC is the mini tower
(the big one) how can i know ?

_JakeDavies · Feb 16, 2016

MEASURE IT!

Elmaes · Feb 16, 2016

HOW ?

_JakeDavies · Feb 18, 2016

Using a tape measure xD Measure the space you have from where the power supply begins and where the power supply can fit to. Otherwise let me what case you've got an i'll look for you

Elmaes · Feb 18, 2016

I got a Lenovo ThinkCentre E73 mini tower (the big case). someone told me its a normal sized PSU but i wanna make sure

and thank you

_JakeDavies · Feb 19, 2016

It's a full sized tower so most PSU's will fit. You can still put an SFX PSU in there but it's completely up to you! And No problem!

Help me picking out my PSU :)

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