Getting Started With Overclocking, What Amount Of Power Supply Is Needed?

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Getting Started With Overclocking, What Amount Of Power Supply Is Needed?

Getting Started With Overclocking, What Amount Of Power Supply Is Needed?

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xAPPLExPIEx
Senior Member

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01-04-2016, 04:56 AM

#1

Hello Everyone!
I just put together a new PC and am thinking about overclocking someday. I’m completely new to this process, so I’m not sure what to expect. My current power supply is working well, but I might need more capacity to reach higher speeds (though I’m not sure!).
Here are my specs:
Mobo: Asus Z170-AR
Processor: Intel i5-6600K
CPU Cooler: Hyper 212 Evo
Ram: Crucial Ballistix Sport 8GB DDR4
Graphics Card: EVGA GTX 970 FTW
Current PSU: EVGA 500B

With these details:
1. Should I upgrade my PSU, and if so, how much power should I consider?
2. If you suggest a new PSU, what wattage would be ideal?
Thanks for your advice!

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xAPPLExPIEx

01-04-2016, 04:56 AM #1

Hello Everyone!
I just put together a new PC and am thinking about overclocking someday. I’m completely new to this process, so I’m not sure what to expect. My current power supply is working well, but I might need more capacity to reach higher speeds (though I’m not sure!).
Here are my specs:
Mobo: Asus Z170-AR
Processor: Intel i5-6600K
CPU Cooler: Hyper 212 Evo
Ram: Crucial Ballistix Sport 8GB DDR4
Graphics Card: EVGA GTX 970 FTW
Current PSU: EVGA 500B

With these details:
1. Should I upgrade my PSU, and if so, how much power should I consider?
2. If you suggest a new PSU, what wattage would be ideal?
Thanks for your advice!

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ripa5000
Posting Freak

884

01-04-2016, 05:16 AM

#2

Wattage is acceptable, but the quality isn't great. Choose a premium model such as the Seasonic SII or the EVGA GS/G2 series. Also, aim for 550-650W to accommodate your upgrade.

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ripa5000

01-04-2016, 05:16 AM #2

Wattage is acceptable, but the quality isn't great. Choose a premium model such as the Seasonic SII or the EVGA GS/G2 series. Also, aim for 550-650W to accommodate your upgrade.

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11_JOEL_11
Member

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01-04-2016, 06:50 AM

#3

Wattage is acceptable, but the quality isn't great. Choose a top-tier model such as the Seasonic SII (or the EVGA GS/G2 series) and aim for 550-650W to accommodate your upgrade.

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11_JOEL_11

01-04-2016, 06:50 AM #3

Wattage is acceptable, but the quality isn't great. Choose a top-tier model such as the Seasonic SII (or the EVGA GS/G2 series) and aim for 550-650W to accommodate your upgrade.