Does Corsair VS550 fit your computer?
Does Corsair VS550 fit your computer?
My Build:
Processor: Intel core i7 6700k (non-overclocked)
Motherboard: Gigabite B150M DDR4
Memory: 2x8 Gb Kingston HyperX DDR4
Power Supply: Corsair VS550
Graphics: Sapphire Nitro+ RX 480 4GB (factory overclocked)
Questions:
1. Is the power supply adequate and safe?
2. I've heard the Corsair VS series has some of the weakest capacitors. How long should I expect it to last?
3. If I plan to overclock both the CPU and GPU, which power supply would be best?
Power Supply Options:
EVGA 750W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply (OutletPC)
Price: $78.49
Details: Includes shipping, taxes, and applicable discounts.
Power Supply Options:
EVGA SuperNOVA G3 550W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply (Best Buy)
Price: $84.99
Details: Includes shipping, taxes, and applicable discounts.
1. It's enough, but It's a low quality PSU unit = User takes a risk.
2. Unknown. Maybe 4 years, maybe 2 years, maybe 6 months or perhaps even less. As said before, It's a risk.
3. Decent examples are the SeaSonic M12II/S12G/G series, Corsair Vengeance M/RMx/RMi series, EVGA B2/G2/GS/G3 series.
Which i7-6700 model are you using? The K or the 6700? If it's the K then you should consider getting a Z170 motherboard. Regarding the power supply, you'll need a higher quality unit, closer to Tier 1. You'll require at least 500W, but adding more will help with longevity and performance. Your details seem inconsistent—your B150 board won't allow overclocking even with an i7-6700K.
Note: We don't know the exact units you have access to, as availability varies by region.
Which i7-6700 model are you using? The K or the 6700? If it's the K, you should consider getting a Z170 motherboard. Regarding the power supply, you'll need at least 500W, but you may want more for better performance and durability. Your details seem mixed up—some say the B150 board won't let you overclock even with an i7-6700K. Just let me know what units you have access to, as availability varies by region. I haven't overclocked yet, but I might in the future. For that, I'd also need to upgrade both my motherboard and power supply. Which PSU should I purchase? Should I buy it now or plan for overclocking later?
Power Supply Options:
EVGA 750W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply (OutletPC)
Price: $78.49
Details: Includes shipping, taxes, and applicable discounts.
Power Supply Options:
EVGA SuperNOVA G3 550W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply (Best Buy)
Price: $84.99
Details: Includes shipping, taxes, and applicable discounts.