Can I push this 860k/960 setup to higher speeds using a 500w power supply?

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Can I push this 860k/960 setup to higher speeds using a 500w power supply?

Can I push this 860k/960 setup to higher speeds using a 500w power supply?

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rayku98
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06-17-2016, 10:42 AM

#1

I have an AMD Athlon X4 860k with the built-in fan. I’m not planning to overclock this system, but I’m also hesitant to buy a CPU cooler if my power consumption won’t support an overclock anyway.
Here’s what I have:
- x4 860k
- Gigabyte GTX 960 OC
- 8GB RAM
- Asrock FM2A88X Pro3+
- 500W 80+ bronze non-modular PSU
The PC part picker estimates around 344 watts with this configuration. If I upgraded to a better cooler like the GammaX 400, would my power supply still handle the extra heat for an overclock? I’m pretty sure my system is limited by the CPU itself, so an OC would be a big improvement.
Also, if the cooler I was thinking of isn’t ideal, suggest me something with blue LEDs or just a blue fan. Thanks in advance.

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rayku98

06-17-2016, 10:42 AM #1

I have an AMD Athlon X4 860k with the built-in fan. I’m not planning to overclock this system, but I’m also hesitant to buy a CPU cooler if my power consumption won’t support an overclock anyway.
Here’s what I have:
- x4 860k
- Gigabyte GTX 960 OC
- 8GB RAM
- Asrock FM2A88X Pro3+
- 500W 80+ bronze non-modular PSU
The PC part picker estimates around 344 watts with this configuration. If I upgraded to a better cooler like the GammaX 400, would my power supply still handle the extra heat for an overclock? I’m pretty sure my system is limited by the CPU itself, so an OC would be a big improvement.
Also, if the cooler I was thinking of isn’t ideal, suggest me something with blue LEDs or just a blue fan. Thanks in advance.

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x7000
Member

53

06-17-2016, 02:18 PM

#2

the psu is just average, but it works well for those sections

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x7000

06-17-2016, 02:18 PM #2

the psu is just average, but it works well for those sections

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JopperMan
Member

121

06-24-2016, 06:46 PM

#3

Which PSU do you possess?
A 500w supply should easily accommodate overclocking, provided the PSU isn't faulty.

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JopperMan

06-24-2016, 06:46 PM #3

Which PSU do you possess?
A 500w supply should easily accommodate overclocking, provided the PSU isn't faulty.

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Joel_The_Drake
Junior Member

37

06-25-2016, 01:40 AM

#4

CTurbo:
Which PSU do you use?
500w is sufficient for overclocking if your PSU isn't bad.
It's an EVGA 500W 80+ Bronze model, which I replaced about two months ago.

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Joel_The_Drake

06-25-2016, 01:40 AM #4

CTurbo:
Which PSU do you use?
500w is sufficient for overclocking if your PSU isn't bad.
It's an EVGA 500W 80+ Bronze model, which I replaced about two months ago.

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KidRedstonico
Junior Member

38

07-03-2016, 09:57 PM

#5

the psu is just average, but it works well for those sections

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KidRedstonico

07-03-2016, 09:57 PM #5

the psu is just average, but it works well for those sections