I5 2400 gtx 970 psu help!

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Hi I am new to the forum. I have been reading up and came to a decision that I would like to run a gtx 970. Currently, I have an i5 2400, and that will probably be the max CPU/GPU combo. I currently have a a 750ti and 400w evga power supply. My question is that I would like to upgrade my power supply as the 970 requires a 500w and I have been looking at the corsair VS550. That is the low end model I understand but is there a need to get a CX550 or higher? I am kinda on a budget so I don't want to spend an astronomical amount. Thanks in advance and let me know if you need any more info!
 
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feelinfroggy777

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550 watts will be more than enough for that system. But not all PSUs are created equal and the VS is at the bottom of the corsair's product stack. I would not put a VS unit in my rig. I would at least go with the CX. The Seasonic S12II is another decent budget option.

Here is one in the US for $30:

PCPartPicker part list: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/4n6nhq
Price breakdown by merchant: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/4n6nhq/by_merchant/

Power Supply: Corsair - CX (2017) 550W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($29.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $29.99
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2018-06-14 16:50 EDT-0400
 
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