Check if it's safe to run the FX 8300 with a 430W power supply.

F5F Stay Refreshed Power Users Overclocking Check if it's safe to run the FX 8300 with a 430W power supply.

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02-17-2016, 01:30 PM

Curious about boosting your 8300 with a 430W power supply? I'm not planning to push it beyond overclocking the 1060. Thanks.

BakenCookies

02-17-2016, 01:30 PM #1

Curious about boosting your 8300 with a 430W power supply? I'm not planning to push it beyond overclocking the 1060. Thanks.

Sebastiansbk
Member

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02-19-2016, 11:13 AM

No, that would pose significant risks. The FX 8350 demands considerable energy even after overclocking, while the CX430 offers poor power performance.

Sebastiansbk

02-19-2016, 11:13 AM #2

No, that would pose significant risks. The FX 8350 demands considerable energy even after overclocking, while the CX430 offers poor power performance.

GrinningTube
Member

185

02-19-2016, 01:12 PM

I wouldn't suggest it, as CX units feature extremely poor quality caps that break when subjected to higher stresses.

GrinningTube

02-19-2016, 01:12 PM #3

I wouldn't suggest it, as CX units feature extremely poor quality caps that break when subjected to higher stresses.

Miyuumi
Senior Member

543

02-19-2016, 01:58 PM

You need to consider what power supply you should choose to overclock the FX 8350. A 600W PSU might be suitable.

Miyuumi

02-19-2016, 01:58 PM #4

You need to consider what power supply you should choose to overclock the FX 8350. A 600W PSU might be suitable.

evaleonne
Junior Member

02-22-2016, 11:41 PM

A high-quality 550w unit is sufficient.

evaleonne

02-22-2016, 11:41 PM #5

A high-quality 550w unit is sufficient.

Tico_32
Senior Member

680

02-28-2016, 03:41 PM

A decent 550w unit should suffice.
https://www.amazon.com/EVGA-550N1-Warran...wer+supply
Recommended PSU link: https://www.amazon.com/

Tico_32

02-28-2016, 03:41 PM #6

A decent 550w unit should suffice.
https://www.amazon.com/EVGA-550N1-Warran...wer+supply
Recommended PSU link: https://www.amazon.com/