I'm in the process of building a computer for the first time. I'm trying to figure out which size power supply I need and I used a power supply calculator but i'm still unsure. The power supply calculator told me I could expect my system to run at 671w but this sounds high. I'm right now thinking about a corsair 750w power supply from newegg but i think this may be overkill and I was also considering a 700w cooler master PSU. Could anyone give me any advice on what size PSU to use I listed below what my system build (I think I have everything) will be any help is really appreciated.
Corsair is good. Cooler master is lower rated. If you go low budget, Fry's has a cooler master 600w for $34.99; but I would personally rather use corsair for peace of mind.
I used a power supply calculator but i'm still unsure. The power supply calculator told me I could expect my system to run at 671w but this sounds high. I'm right now thinking about a corsair 750w power supply from newegg but i think this may be overkill and I was also considering a 700w cooler master PSU.
The PSU calculator gives you a wattage reccomendation for a psu that will run your components ( with plenty of overhead built in ) , not the actual power consumption.
The Corsair 750 is a good choice, the 650 should work fine as well.
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