mfarrukh
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It may or it may not
If you have put the new Radeon 5xxx series card in your PC you are buying a overpowered PSU, perhaps a 600W will be more than fine for even 2x5770
If you have 58xx or 5970 in your PC, then yes you will probably wanna go for +700W PSU, as you are planning future upgrades.
GooD LucK
If you have put the new Radeon 5xxx series card in your PC you are buying a overpowered PSU, perhaps a 600W will be more than fine for even 2x5770
If you have 58xx or 5970 in your PC, then yes you will probably wanna go for +700W PSU, as you are planning future upgrades.
GooD LucK
this is going to be my build. will i be able to upgrade with this mother board? i am a beginner, never done this before , ive always had a Dell. Also im not sure on a Video card, can you help? Dont wanna spend over 300.00 and i want something that will be good for 2-3 years?
case: Cooler Master Storm Scout
board: ASUS P6T Deluxe V2 LGA 1366 Intel X58 ATX Intel Motherboard or ASUS P6X58D Premium LGA 1366 Intel X58 SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 ATX Intel Motherboard
Processor: Intel Core i7-920 Bloomfield 2.66GHz 4 x 256KB L2 Cache 8MB L3 Cache LGA 1366 130W Quad-Core Processor
CPU Cooler: COOLER MASTER Intel Core i7 compatible V8 RR-UV8-XBU1-GP 120mm Rifle CPU Cooler
Memory: OCZ Gold 6GB (3 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1600 (PC3 12800) Low Voltage Desktop Memory Model OCZ3G1600LV6GK
Power: CORSAIR CMPSU-750TX 750W ATX12V / EPS12V SLI Ready CrossFire Ready 80 PLUS Certified Active PFC or the 850
Video Card: SAPPHIRE 100286L Radeon HD 4860 1GB 256-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 2.0 x16 HDCP Ready CrossFireX Support Video Card
Hard Drive: SAMSUNG EcoGreen F2 HD154UI 1.5TB 32MB Cache SATA 3.0Gb/s 3.5" Internal Hard Drive
Dvd Drive : SAMSUNG Black 22X DVD+R 8X DVD+RW 16X DVD+R DL 22X DVD-R 6X DVD-RW 12X DVD-RAM 16X DVD-ROM 48X CD-R 32X CD-RW 48X CD-ROM 2MB Cache IDE 22X DVD±R DVD Burner
mfarrukh
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Looks PERFECT to me
If you do not play games, stick with the current choosen card
The MotherBoard is one of the best x58's.
And choose this PSU only if you are going to buy a high-end video card
Otherwise, get a 500W-550W. It'll be fine
If you do not play games, stick with the current choosen card
The MotherBoard is one of the best x58's.
And choose this PSU only if you are going to buy a high-end video card
Otherwise, get a 500W-550W. It'll be fine
JohnnyLucky
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The components you selected are okay. You should not experience any problems.
The Corsair TX750 you selected is an excellent high quality power supply. It can easily power an overclocked system with two video cards operating in Crossfire mode.
The high end, high wattage power supplies such as a 1000 watt unit are designed for systems with three or four video cards. It would be overkill for the components you selected. If you were going to install 3 or 4 video cards, then it would make sense.
The general rule of thumb is a high quality 500 to 550 watt power supply with sufficient current (amps) on the +12 volt rail(s) can easily power a system with any single video card made. A high quality 700 to 750 watt power supply with sufficient current (amps) on the +12 volt rail(s) can power a system with two video cards operating in dual mode. There are a few exceptions like the new ATI Radeon HD 5XXX series cards which use less power due to their energy efficiency.
A high quality 500 to 550 watt psu will have a +12 volt rail rated at 40 amps. A high quality 700 to 750 watt psu will have a +12 volt rail rated at 60 amps.
In addition the power supply should be at least 80+ Bronze certified for energy efficiency. There are some models available which have achieved 80+ Silver and 80+ Gold Certifications.
Before purchasing a new psu you will need to decide whether you will eventually have a pc with one or two video cards.
Corsair has a reputation for high quality power supplies that consistently earn high marks in technical reviews. They are reliable, stable, and come with a 5 year warranty.
The Corsair TX750 you selected is an excellent high quality power supply. It can easily power an overclocked system with two video cards operating in Crossfire mode.
The high end, high wattage power supplies such as a 1000 watt unit are designed for systems with three or four video cards. It would be overkill for the components you selected. If you were going to install 3 or 4 video cards, then it would make sense.
The general rule of thumb is a high quality 500 to 550 watt power supply with sufficient current (amps) on the +12 volt rail(s) can easily power a system with any single video card made. A high quality 700 to 750 watt power supply with sufficient current (amps) on the +12 volt rail(s) can power a system with two video cards operating in dual mode. There are a few exceptions like the new ATI Radeon HD 5XXX series cards which use less power due to their energy efficiency.
A high quality 500 to 550 watt psu will have a +12 volt rail rated at 40 amps. A high quality 700 to 750 watt psu will have a +12 volt rail rated at 60 amps.
In addition the power supply should be at least 80+ Bronze certified for energy efficiency. There are some models available which have achieved 80+ Silver and 80+ Gold Certifications.
Before purchasing a new psu you will need to decide whether you will eventually have a pc with one or two video cards.
Corsair has a reputation for high quality power supplies that consistently earn high marks in technical reviews. They are reliable, stable, and come with a 5 year warranty.
mfarrukh
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The Radeon 5770 is a great card for the price point
Will give you great performance in almost every game upto 1920x1200
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814150447
Will give you great performance in almost every game upto 1920x1200
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814150447
JohnnyLucky
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A high quality 700 to 750 watt power supply such as the Corsair TX 750 can easily power a pc system with two video cards. The new ATI Radeon HD 5000 series cards are energy efficient. They actually require less power.
For example, the official ATI recommendation for the new ATI Radeon HD 5770 video card is:
450 watt or greater power supply with one 75 watt, 6-pin PCI Express® power connector recommended.
600 watt or greater power supply with two 75 watt, 6-pin PCI Express® connectors for ATI CrossFireX™ technology in dual mode.
The power recommendations are for an entire pc system.
For example, the official ATI recommendation for the new ATI Radeon HD 5770 video card is:
450 watt or greater power supply with one 75 watt, 6-pin PCI Express® power connector recommended.
600 watt or greater power supply with two 75 watt, 6-pin PCI Express® connectors for ATI CrossFireX™ technology in dual mode.
The power recommendations are for an entire pc system.
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