Gtx 560 minimum power requirements

[gourillla]

My thermaltake pure power np 500w runs my evga gtx 260 superclocked edition which requires a +12V current rating of 36 amps. The PSU specs say that I only have a combined 29 amps on the +12V rail. Its been running this way for 3 years with no problems what-so-ever My question is, will I be able to run an EVGA GTX 560 without any problems seeing as it requires less power or should I just upgrade my PSU to be safe?

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814130372
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817153052

 

[rolli59]

Since it ran the 260 it will run the 560. I suggest though replacing it with a better up to date PSU http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817371016

 

[gourillla]

ok great. I will probably upgrade my psu because I don't want to skimp on the most important piece. thank you

 

[beenthere]

If you want to objectively, accurately and scientifically determine what PSU power is required for your Vid card and PC in both watts and 12v rail amps., the forum Utility link below will show you how easy it is to calculate this information and objectively determine which PSUs are quality built, reliable PSUs that can meet your needs.

http://www.tomshardware.com/forum/314712-28-please-read-determine-power-required

 

[casualbuilder]

If you want to objectively, accurately and scientifically determine what PSU power is required for your Vid card and PC in both watts and 12v rail amps., the forum Utility link below will show you how easy it is to calculate this information and objectively determine which PSUs are quality built, reliable PSUs that can meet your needs.

http://www.tomshardware.com/forum/ [...] r-required

Well, at least you changed your copy/paste "auto answer". Really? do you have any personal responses on here? or do you just spam to everyone? Getting really old beenthere. found this on at least 2 threads in the last 5 minutes. get personal with the forums, please.

 

[gourillla]

Best answer selected by gourillla.