Does the PSU provide sufficient power for this project?

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Does the PSU provide sufficient power for this project?

Does the PSU provide sufficient power for this project?

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XXXDemonX01
Junior Member

49

03-12-2016, 10:56 AM

#1

Hello. I have a few... older parts, like MBD and so on.
The PSU is a Corsair CX 430
80 PLUS®
https://www.corsair.com/lm/en/p/psu...7m...IEb0LB9Wsa
Intel® Core™ i7-4790S CPU @ 3.20GHz
ASROCK H81M-HDS
GTX 970
4 RGB coolers
random SSD
Thanks ahead, you guys are the best.

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XXXDemonX01

03-12-2016, 10:56 AM #1

Hello. I have a few... older parts, like MBD and so on.
The PSU is a Corsair CX 430
80 PLUS®
https://www.corsair.com/lm/en/p/psu...7m...IEb0LB9Wsa
Intel® Core™ i7-4790S CPU @ 3.20GHz
ASROCK H81M-HDS
GTX 970
4 RGB coolers
random SSD
Thanks ahead, you guys are the best.

M

mr_talkative
Junior Member

8

03-12-2016, 12:07 PM

#2

Welcome to the forums, new member!
In reality, that PSU and all other green-labeled Corsair PSUs are intended for disposal. Consider a dependably constructed 550W power supply for your project.

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mr_talkative

03-12-2016, 12:07 PM #2

Welcome to the forums, new member!
In reality, that PSU and all other green-labeled Corsair PSUs are intended for disposal. Consider a dependably constructed 550W power supply for your project.

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ShadowNiqht
Member

198

03-12-2016, 07:09 PM

#3

This wasn't just a bad PSU—it's a really bad one made more than ten years ago, which makes it an even worse choice. I could try testing fans or a pump with it, but that's about it.

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ShadowNiqht

03-12-2016, 07:09 PM #3

This wasn't just a bad PSU—it's a really bad one made more than ten years ago, which makes it an even worse choice. I could try testing fans or a pump with it, but that's about it.

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pertipoju
Member

187

03-13-2016, 12:20 AM

#4

Usually this cx430 isn't a great choice, and I wouldn't suggest using it for your setup. Have you already tried running this system with the same power supply? If so, you might have a reason to keep it because the chances of failure are low. However, it's not the best approach.

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pertipoju

03-13-2016, 12:20 AM #4

Usually this cx430 isn't a great choice, and I wouldn't suggest using it for your setup. Have you already tried running this system with the same power supply? If so, you might have a reason to keep it because the chances of failure are low. However, it's not the best approach.

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Koollojoe
Posting Freak

830

03-19-2016, 11:21 PM

#5

The S suffix processors are low power models.
The 450ww psu can handle a 970.
However, as others mentioned, the psu is outdated and lacks superior performance.
If you own one, give it a try.
If not, seek a more robust option with better quality.

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Koollojoe

03-19-2016, 11:21 PM #5

The S suffix processors are low power models.
The 450ww psu can handle a 970.
However, as others mentioned, the psu is outdated and lacks superior performance.
If you own one, give it a try.
If not, seek a more robust option with better quality.

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Tuly
Member

77

03-20-2016, 06:48 AM

#6

Hey there, sorry for the delayed response—I really missed this post and appreciate your feedback.
👍
Thanks for reminding me, bud.
😉
It's a different perspective now, really.
👍
Glad I could help, thanks!
👍
Learning a lot from you all.

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Tuly

03-20-2016, 06:48 AM #6

Hey there, sorry for the delayed response—I really missed this post and appreciate your feedback.
👍
Thanks for reminding me, bud.
😉
It's a different perspective now, really.
👍
Glad I could help, thanks!
👍
Learning a lot from you all.