Should I swap out my 11-year-old power supply unit?
Should I swap out my 11-year-old power supply unit?
Hello!
I own a Cooler Master G750M PSU that has been running smoothly for 11 years without any issues. However, I plan to swap it out for an RTX 2070 with a 4070 TI Super in a few months. Since PSUs typically last about 10 years, should I upgrade this unit as well, or is it still adequate for another couple of years?
Any advice or experiences from others who have worked with older PSUs would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks!
Martijn
I discovered that the cooler Master MWE GOLD 750 V2 isn't that costly to purchase.
Is this still a reliable power supply to buy for the price, and could it perform as well as my existing one?
Or should I skip it for some reason?
Thanks in advance!
It's a solid option, but you often get better value for similar or slightly higher prices.
PSU Tier List rev. 17.0g - Cultists Network
This list can assist in picking the optimal PSU from numerous models available. It covers everything from budget to top-tier power supplies.
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In general, with a 70-tier card, I wouldn't suggest skipping Tier A on this platform.
I would not go below an A tier because of the uncertainty surrounding its quality. I also checked the link you provided, but I couldn't confirm if it meets the A tier standards. The spreadsheet suggests it could be either A or B tier, so I'm still unsure about its classification.
In the situation of the PSU from above, the MWE Gold is reduced using inexpensive capacitors and MOSFETs. Additionally, a five-year warranty seems quite insufficient by today's standards, whereas most premium PSUs typically offer eight, ten, or twelve years. A-tier PSUs are usually those without significant issues. For a top-tier GPU, I need it to manage sudden load changes, use capacitors with long durability, and excel in ripple reduction and voltage stability. High-end GPUs simply don't justify the expense, particularly when upgrading from a Tier A PSU can add $10 to $20.
I found another one that seems to be a very solid PSU from people too:
https://www.coolermaster.com/catalog/pow...d-i-multi/
However, I couldn't locate it on the sheet at all. Some tweakers mention it's a great option, only missing the SF Leadex VII XG.
Also, the 850 gold model fits perfectly within my budget.
Do you agree with them about tweakers, or not because it's not listed in the spreadsheet? Thanks again.
Generally, whether active or idle, 10-year-old (or older) parts become outdated and unsuitable for use with modern components that depend heavily on the PSU. From this perspective, it makes sense to upgrade to a new, compatible PSU—an investment worth making!