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Started by MrPopadomz | | 2 answers
What wattage is needed for r9 280?
I have a 550W XFX Core pro gaming PSU and im looking to get a r9 280 to upgrade my gtx 660, and I was wondering if I have enough power. I will not be overclocking.

Other specs.
i5 4690k
Ripjaw g Skill 2,133 8gb.
Arctic freezer pro 13 CPU cooler.

SOme links to get info on the PSU:
http://www.ebuyer.com/413805-xfx-ts-550w-fully-wired-80...

http://xfxforce.com/en-us/products/ts-series-full-wired...

http://www.scan.co.uk/products/550w-xfx-core-edition-p1...

Thought I would ask this community as its freaking awesome!
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Best solution chosen by MrPopadomz

October 10, 2014 6:20:44 PM

Your PSU is enough to support your system, a 500W PSU can run 280 without any problem so is your 550W.
October 10, 2014 5:55:50 PM

You have more than enough power there :)  Even if your PSU was 10 years old you'd still have enough power lol :p 

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