Please suggest a PSU suitable for your new build.
Please suggest a PSU suitable for your new build.
My configuration:
https://pcpartpicker.com/list/ZjhWb2
I'm not very familiar with PSU specifications, and my build isn't particularly costly or unique. However, I've heard that 80+ Gold standards might no longer be reliable, and it's best not to cut corners on a power supply. Should I aim for more than $100? Or is that reasonable? I was thinking this but now I'm uncertain.
https://www.bestbuy.com/site/therma...ar...Id=6566239
Thanks,
You need to be more concerned about PSU quality than the 80 plus rating.
There's not much correlation between quality/reliability and the rating. Platinum and Titanium usually buy you a little better efficiency, which may take a long time to make financial sense.
Nothing inherently wrong with 80 plus gold, but some are better than others.
That video card can use about 175 watts I think? The CPU near 100.
I'd say 650 to 750 watt PSU would be fine.
I haven't kept up lately with PSUs but Seasonic is generally a good brand. Also Corsair RM series. Some Superflowers are good. A few others. Don't know about that Thermaltake.
What can you find at your sources for 100 from those brands, 650 to 750 watts?
But quality aside, is it safe to go any lower than gold? Like here's one from bestbuy 750w, but it's bronze
https://www.bestbuy.com/site/corsai...tx...Id=6459241
Consider something similar to the Corsair RMx lineup. That setup would work well with a 600W power supply, actually better with a 500W one, and still leaves space for a graphics card upgrade. I think you can easily get an RM750x at a reasonable price right now, and it would be safe to run it in this capacity.
The Corsair CX isn't very well-regarded, yet it might rank better now than it did a decade ago. I don't remember the specifics, but it seems its position has shifted over time.
I understand I might come across as overly promotional when mentioning Corsair products, but I haven't experienced any issues with them failing. The CX430 green labels have been reliable for years. I still use a system with one of those, paired with a Ryzen 3 1200 and an EVGA GTX 960 SSC that I sold to a friend—perfect for his needs. All my home setups now use RM or SF models.
It seems like you're considering purchasing something from that link.
Notice the side cabling on that model. Ensure your build is configured to handle that feature. If you prefer white, it appears to be a reasonable cost for the model.
The Shift model features modular cable connections on the back panel side instead of being aligned with the power plug (front to back). Ensure your case accommodates this orientation.