Need a new CPU and Case

RacerDemon · Jan 15, 2018

I am almost 100% sure my PSU is the culprit. Which PSU is a good one to get that wont break the bank. I dont need 9000 watts lol. Also need a new case, Case got cracked and doesnt have much room since I dont have a moduler power supply. Thanks! My limit is $200ish and has to come from Best Buy. Thanks!

My Specs:

FX-8350
16gb G-Skill Sniper DDR3
Asus 990fx R 2.0 MOBO
MSi GTX 970 OC Edition
XFX TS 550W PSU (Dying)
Windows 10 Pro 64 Bit
2-1 TB Black hard drives
Dual Screen Set up

Located in Colorado

How are these PSU's?

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/corsair-hx-series-750w-atx12v-2-4-eps12v-2-92-modular-power-supply-black/5885002.p?skuId=5885002

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/corsair-cx-m-series-650w-atx12v-2-4-eps12v-2-92-modular-power-supply-matte-black/5845214.p?skuId=5845214

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/corsair-hxi-series-750w-fully-modular-atx-power-supply-black/4895523.p?skuId=4895523

let me know if you guys need anymore info

COLGeek · Jan 15, 2018

Best Buy is going to limit your options significantly as they normally don't carry cases in stock (you would have to order) and only a few PSUs. Have you looked on-line at what your local store(s) have available? If so, post a link and we can evaluate your options. Remember, folks here don't know where you live.

RacerDemon · Jan 15, 2018

COLGeek :

I know, but I have gift cards for them and thats the only money I have right now, it sucks....=/ Ok, added links and location

Dark Lord of Tech · Jan 15, 2018

Both of those power supplies are decent , the CX650M is a great budget deal and the HX and HXi series are very good.

RacerDemon · Jan 15, 2018

Ok, difference between the HX and HXI worth the price ?

Dark Lord of Tech · Jan 15, 2018

Not really go with the HX , SAVE THE $$$. Both are superior to the CXM 2015 model.

COLGeek · Jan 15, 2018

For this rig, the CX650M is more than enough. Save your money for the case you need.

RacerDemon · Jan 15, 2018

Ok thanks guys, now for a case that has good airflow and room for $100ish or less?

Chasingfaith · Jan 15, 2018

And for the case, the phanteks eclipse p400 tg is probably the most popular mid tower at the moment and for good reason. A good friend of mine has one and it's easy to work with, has good cable management and looks absolutely stunning with its tempered glass window and included rgd led strip (if you're into that stuff

). Personally, I have the NZXT s340 elite and it's quite similar to the phanteks. I can recommend both

Dark Lord of Tech · Jan 15, 2018

RacerDemon :

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

Case: Fractal Design - Meshify C ATX Mid Tower Case ($86.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Total: $86.99
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2018-01-15 10:33 EST-0500

COLGeek · Jan 15, 2018

Best Buy doesn't carry a lot of cases. They do have some Corsair options. For example (updated):

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/corsair-carbide-series-300r-compact-mid-tower-gaming-case-black/4852587.p?skuId=4852587

RacerDemon · Jan 15, 2018

COLGeek :

True, but its what I am stuck with right now, now, as for fans, what would you recommend?

Dark Lord of Tech · Jan 15, 2018

I would get the S340 case , if you don't run an optical drive.

RacerDemon · Jan 15, 2018

How this case?

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/nzxt-s340-mid-tower-computer-case-black/6091737.p?skuId=6091737

madmatt30 · Jan 15, 2018

I'd go gq650 & the s340 personally.

Can't really go wrong with that duo.

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/evga-650w-atx-modular-gq-power-supply-black/5597200.p?skuId=5597200

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/nzxt-s340-mid-tower-computer-case-black/6091737.p?skuId=6091737

RacerDemon · Jan 15, 2018

madmatt30 :

thought GQ was a bad version of EVGA?

madmatt30 · Jan 15, 2018

^ nope the gq is a rock solid unit .

Not as good as the hx but then again its some $50 less.

Id save your money personally.

RacerDemon · Jan 15, 2018

madmatt30 :

Oh, wonder why the other guys didnt recommend this one

RacerDemon · Jan 15, 2018

madmatt30 :

Wouldnt this be a better PSU?

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/evga-650w-atx-g2-modular-power-supply-black/5622822.p?skuId=5622822

madmatt30 · Jan 15, 2018

^ better yes , just not $25 better

Both are gold rated, have a fanless mode ,fully modular & have a 7 year warranty.

Upto you , I just think the gq is the best buy at $85 personally.

You're only really pushing about 400w , a 650w is going to be under literally no stress whatsoever.

http://www.jonnyguru.com/modules.php?name=NDReviews&op=Story6&reid=454

RacerDemon · Jan 15, 2018

madmatt30 :

Ah ok, thank you!

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