I need a suitable power supply, please help.

Kiri27 · Nov 30, 2016

Hello all, I am in need of a power supply for my PC build. I do not know much about power supplies myself, so any help would be appreciated.

My Specs:
CPU: Intel i7-6700K @ 4.00GHz (8MB) (Skylake) (No OC)
Cooler: Asetek 550LC 120mm Liquid Cooling
HDD: 2TB (2TBx1) SATA-III 6.0Gb/s w/ 64Mb Cache @ 7200rpm
Memory: 16GB DDR4/3000MHz
Motherboard: ASUS Z170-PRO Gaming ATX
GPU: GeForce GTX 1060 3GB GDDR5
WNC: Gigabyte 802.11ac Dual Band Wifi + BT 4.2 Internal PCI-e card

If there are any other specs that I may need to include to help with answering the problem, please let me know!

So I would like to know, how much power does this actually need? Can this run with 600 Watts or under? What is the best power supply that will not go over $60 (give or take $5-10)? And also, what is the most inexpensive PSU that is still reliable that could fit in with this build? 2-3 options would be highly appreciated!

Thanks,
Kiri

clutchc · Dec 1, 2016

Unless you plan on upgrading to a higher wattage GPU in the future, the GTX 1060 3GB will run nicely on a good quality 450W PSU. But I would recommend a bit more for headroom and future expansion. To stay close to your budget and allow room for OC'ing, I would suggest this as a minimum: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIA0ZX52Z9448

Justiceinacan · Dec 1, 2016

I would suggest a good 550W unit, unless you're planning on getting a beefier GPU of this generation. Seasonic S12II/M12II, SSR (G series) EVGA G2/GS/G3, Corsair RMx, etc.

Kiri27 · Dec 2, 2016

clutchc :

Thanks for the reply! I will definitely take a look at it!
- Kiri-

Kiri27 · Dec 2, 2016

Justiceinacan :

Thanks for replying! I am unsure about what to get, but I will make a decision soon, since I plan to have this system up and running before Christmas. I will repost on here what my result is.

- Kiri-

clutchc · Dec 3, 2016

There are some tiered PSU charts online. Here is one example. Try to buy from the top tier, the 2nd tier if cost is a problem, and the 3rd tier if you are really on a tight budget. But I would not recommend going below the 3rd tier.
http://www.tomshardware.com/forum/id-2547993/psu-tier-list.html#xtor=EPR-8886

MrGoATi · Dec 3, 2016

seeing your cooling and your cpu i would be sad to see you buying power supply which won't let you overclock your good cpu, having 3rd tier power supply would also get you in big risk to lose hundreds of dollars in one minute.

so i would either buy 2nd tier psu with 500w now and buy 800 1st/2nd tier when i get money. or i would save and get 700-800w 1st/2nd tier psu

e.v.g.a power supplies are good. but you can see top tier list on top of components forum.

Dark Lord of Tech · Dec 3, 2016

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

Power Supply: SeaSonic S12II 620W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($49.99 @ B&H)
Total: $49.99
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-12-03 14:07 EST-0500

Kiri27 · Dec 4, 2016

Thanks everyone for the help, I am deciding to get the Corsair CX550M 550W 80plus Bronze. Thank you again for everyone's support! (budget restraints)

Justiceinacan · Dec 5, 2016

Good choice.

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