What Power Supply should I get?

[crypto138]

Hello! I am a first time builder so I am seeking some help to ensure I get the best bang for my buck. The area I know the smallest about is the power supply. I don't know how much power I need or what brands are good or anything really. Here is the rest of my build for reference:

Case: NZXT Phantom 410
CPU: Intel Core i5 3570k
GPU: NVIDIA Geforce GTX 670
MOBO: Asrock z77 extreme 4 (or the extreme 6, I haven't decided yet)
RAM: G.Skill Ares 16GB
HDD: Samsung Spinpoint f3

I have looked into it a bit, and the CORSAIR Enthusiast Series TX750 V2 750W seems alright...but I just don't know. I am on a budget so I'd like to stick under $120 if I can. Any advice is appreciated! Thanks!

 

[C12Friedman]

If you have no intention of adding a second GTX 670 in SLI, 500W should be fine. Here are a few options which are highly rated
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817139050
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817182200
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817151096
if you are considering adding a second graphics card as a possiblity later, then a 750W like the TX750 would be an option... I'll include 750's if wanted

 

[crypto138]

Yes I am considering adding another GPU later, although I am not positive if I will. What 750W would you recommended?

 

[C12Friedman]

Here are a few 750W options
Fractal Design Integra R2 750W reviewed here (reviews linked to conclusion pages) http://www.hardwaresecrets.com/article/Fractal-Design-Integra-R2-750-W-Power-Supply-Review/1688/13
Rosewill HIVE-750 650W reviewed here http://www.hardwaresecrets.com/article/Rosewill-HIVE-650-W-Power-Supply-Review/1460/11
FSP Group RAIDER 750W 650 model reviewed here http://www.hardwaresecrets.com/article/FSP-Raider-650-W-Power-Supply-Review/1610/11
They are all highly rated, under $100, some are modular

 

[crypto138]

I found this puppy http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817182200&nm_mc=OTC-pr1c3grabb3r&cm_mmc=OTC-pr1c3grabb3r-_-Power+Supplies-_-Rosewill-_-17182200 On newegg. I think this might just be the one. Any red flags?

 

[C12Friedman]

That PSU has only 2 PCIe connectors, you want one with at least 4, something very desireable if considering SLI

 

[crypto138]

what about this'n? http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817139020&nm_mc=AFC-C8Junction&cm_sp=&AID=10446076&PID=3938566&SID=

 

[bigcyco1]

what about this'n? http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817139020&nm_mc=AFC-C8Junction&cm_sp=&AID=10446076&PID=3938566&SID=

For a single 670 it's fine

 

[C12Friedman]

You may be able to get away with the TX650, I'd rather see the 750W you linked first for the headroom in SLI (future option) - considering a decent CPU overclock and GPU overclock, I think you'll be pushing a 650W's capabilities. Two things to consider here, 1) PSU's run most efficiently in the 25%-80% draw range, 2) A PSU will only draw the power the system needs. Putting a 750W in there while only using 200W will still only use 200W so to a degree, especially when considering possible hardware upgrades, slight overkill isn't a bad thing

 

[crypto138]

Well thank you very much, I am still not positive, but I think I will go with a 750w. Now the question is which one?

 

[obsidian86]

what color will your phantom be?

 

[crypto138]

what color will your phantom be?

Black w/white detailing. Why?

 

[obsidian86]

Black w/white detailing. Why?

how bout getting a white psu?


http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817116011

 

[crypto138]

ooh that is a Bute! Good reviews too, thanks!