Decided: Which one should I purchase?
Decided: Which one should I purchase?
Hello everyone, I’m struggling to determine the optimal power supply for my system configuration.
Ryzen 5 3600X
Nvidia RTX 2070 Super
Gigabyte X570 Aorus Elite
HyperX Fury DDR4 8GB 3200MHz (2x8)
Cooler Master Hyper 212 Black Edition
Seagate Barracuda 1TB 7200RPM
Crucial MX500 250GB M.2
Riotoro CR500
Corsair CX750 80Plus Bronze (grey labeling)
I’m weighing the Corsair CX550M or CX650M 80 Plus bronze semi-modular units – which one is recommended?
(I'd like your assessment of this build.)
The 2070 typically needs just 550 watts of total power consumption, similar to its earlier model, the 1070 – and these figures are often estimated conservatively. Ultimately, your selection depends on your location and available promotions. Currently in the United States, “Black Friday” discounts are beginning to appear, as Thanksgiving’s delayed timing has significantly reduced the holiday shopping period between Thanksgiving and Christmas. Without knowing the specific price ranges you're observing, it’s incredibly difficult to offer helpful guidance.
If possible, I’d recommend the model with greater power output provided you are prepared for the increased number of cables it produces.
Alternatively, consider the 650-watt semi-modular version.
Additionally, if you have a price range (in your local currency) and location, I can investigate to determine if there’s a more suitable choice available for you.
The power needed for a 2070 is typically around 550 watts, similar to the earlier 1070 model – and these figures are often estimated conservatively. Your selection largely depends on your location and available promotions. Currently in the United States, “Black Friday” discounts are beginning to appear; however, because Thanksgiving is delayed this year, the period for holiday shopping between Thanksgiving and Christmas will be considerably shorter. Without knowing the specific prices you’ve mentioned, it's nearly impossible to offer helpful recommendations.
The model with 750W power was pricier. Indeed, I opted for the Riotoro Onyx 750W.
This has been a relatively unfamiliar subject for me until recently. It’s purportedly engineered with an emphasis on robust construction intended for relaxed gaming sessions. AnandTech appears to believe they’ve achieved this objective, though they caution it isn't suitable for individuals who frequently engage in activities such as cryptocurrency mining. Even the extended three-year warranty suggests a focus on casual rather than prolonged, intense gaming.
Below is a passage from their concluding remarks summarizing the main observations.
“Riotoro selected commendable components, particularly the use of Japanese capacitors – a relatively uncommon feature in products primarily competing on price. Our primary concern revolves around the sleeve bearing Yate-Loon fan, which represents the weakest element of the entire unit; these fan models are often prone to failure after several years according to anecdotal evidence. Nevertheless, the fan should likely outlast the three-year warranty and beyond, but we would prefer to see improved quality fans incorporated into these products.
The Onyx power supplies demonstrated excellent performance overall. Both units exhibited high efficiency levels under both light and heavy loads, along with appropriate filtering and regulation across all voltage lines. They also operated quietly at typical noise levels when in favorable environmental conditions or subjected to sustained high loads. However, due to elevated internal temperatures experienced during prolonged, heavy operation under difficult environmental circumstances, we do not advise using the Onyx for systems that maintain continuous, demanding workloads with inadequate cooling – such as those used for cryptocurrency mining – as this will undoubtedly negatively affect the longevity of the units.”
My assessment is that it doesn't match the quality of the overall system, particularly when paired with a 2070 Super.
The Riotoro Enigma 850W 80Plus Gold power supply – is it a worthwhile purchase?
Based on my research, the Enigma 80Plus Gold models are essentially rebranded Seasonic Focus Gold power supplies; therefore, they represent a high-quality choice. There’s no requirement to select a higher wattage – an 850W unit is excessively powerful for typical configurations and carries a $40 premium compared to the 650W 80Plus Gold version.
The following model provides sufficient power:
http://tech-legend.com/reviews/riotoro-e...650w-gold/
It incorporates a 120mm Fluid Dynamic Bearing Fan and includes a comprehensive 10-year warranty, ensuring reliability and peace of mind regarding component failure, including the fan itself.