Can a 500w power supply handle the i5-3570k and GTX 970?

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SpherousX
Member

09-13-2016, 01:34 PM

So I'm not sure where to share this, so I'm just posting it here.
I plan to buy an i5-3570k with a Z68 motherboard, 4GB RAM, and a GTX 970. The issue is my PSU is only 500W. Can I remove the CPU and GPU without overheating the PSU?

SpherousX

09-13-2016, 01:34 PM #1

goolst2003
Member

217

09-13-2016, 05:10 PM

It will function just fine as you won't likely reach 350w. But what kind of PSU should you choose? It's important to ensure it's at least good quality. You might consider Corsair's CX450M for $30.

goolst2003

09-13-2016, 05:10 PM #2

It will function just fine as you won't likely reach 350w. But what kind of PSU should you choose? It's important to ensure it's at least good quality. You might consider Corsair's CX450M for $30.

Poopslayer5000
Junior Member

09-13-2016, 06:22 PM

It will function just fine as you won't likely reach 350w. But what kind of PSU should you choose? It's important to ensure it's at least good quality. You might consider Corsair's CX450M for $30.

Poopslayer5000

09-13-2016, 06:22 PM #3

It will function just fine as you won't likely reach 350w. But what kind of PSU should you choose? It's important to ensure it's at least good quality. You might consider Corsair's CX450M for $30.

Ygr1k
Member

218

09-15-2016, 02:01 PM

I own a brand Njoy rated at 80+bronze. I'm unsure if it can maintain 4.2ghz performance.

Ygr1k

09-15-2016, 02:01 PM #4

I own a brand Njoy rated at 80+bronze. I'm unsure if it can maintain 4.2ghz performance.

Takato_Master
Member

09-19-2016, 07:14 PM

I wouldn't suggest it. I would choose the Corsair CX450M. It's an additional cost, but only $30.

Takato_Master

09-19-2016, 07:14 PM #5

I wouldn't suggest it. I would choose the Corsair CX450M. It's an additional cost, but only $30.

Inezze009
Senior Member

716

09-25-2016, 04:54 AM

You're completely okay with that arrangement. Proceed!

Inezze009

09-25-2016, 04:54 AM #6

You're completely okay with that arrangement. Proceed!