How to determine what PSU to get

[tally2425]

Was looking at the Sticky threads and the link i wanted doesn't work, Basically i want to know what power supply i will need for my system is there a way to work it out? or is 450w enough for all computers?

 

[davcon]

List your specs cpu and gpu are the most important factors.

 

[tally2425]

I'm looking at buying a dual core 2.40ghz and gfx of 512mb, only going to be a basic model as it will be the first build i am doing

 

[davcon]

Yes a decent quality unit like a Corsair CX430V2 would be fine.

 

[tally2425]

Yes a decent quality unit like a Corsair CX430V2 would be fine.

So would 450w be enough for this sort of system?

 

[ziuus1]

I'm looking at buying a dual core 2.40ghz and gfx of 512mb, only going to be a basic model as it will be the first build i am doing

Tally,

A 450w Psu will be fine for your Basic computeing needs. Should your Computer needs ever change though. I recommend you buy a psu the will support your current and future needs.

For a reference only. I use Neweggs power supply wattage calculator located here: http://images10.newegg.com/BizIntell/tool/psucalc/index.html

I hope this helps

 

[tally2425]

Tally,

A 450w Psu will be fine for your Basic computeing needs. Should your Computer needs ever change though. I recommend you buy a psu the will support your current and future needs.

For a reference only. I use Neweggs power supply wattage calculator located here: http://images10.newegg.com/BizIntell/tool/psucalc/index.html

I hope this helps

Thank you very much

 

[davcon]

So would 450w be enough for this sort of system?

Yep the unit i suggested is 430W.