Will the upgrade of CPU and GPU affect my power supply?
Will the upgrade of CPU and GPU affect my power supply?
It would be useful to understand the current power supply unit details (brand, model and part number).
You're transitioning from a 65-watt processor to a 105-watt one, and from a graphics card requiring at least 500 watts to a newer model needing at least 650 watts. I’d suggest upgrading your PSU unless you have a reliable 750-watt unit, in which case you should consider it before making further adjustments.
-Wolf sends
OH! You're right; I should have mentioned the updated parts list. Please check the link below...
Seasonic is a good brand. However, with the upgrades you plan, you're close to the limit. If I were you, I'd choose a 750 watt Seasonic power supply instead of your current one. I wouldn't risk spending $550 on upgrades only to face a failure that could harm my new parts.
I can upgrade the GPU first and then check if the utilization stays below high percentages in the 90s to 100%. While checking system temperatures, I saw the CPU package area rising to around the mid-60s while the CPU itself was at about 50 degrees. Is this normal or should I be worried?
For the CPU, MB and CPU package I utilize an ASUS application named fan xpert4 that came with the MB.
[Motherboard] Fan Xpert 4 in Ai Suite 3 – Introduction | Official Support | ASUS Global
For the GPU, another app provided with the card from EVGA, Precision X1.
EVGA - Software - EVGA Precision X1ᐪᔿ
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I also relied on the W11 task manager to track loads and FPS.
Sorry, I don't know much about those apps, so I can't confirm if the outcomes seem typical.
-Wolf sends
Fan Expert IV is a fan curving included in AI Suite III, which is quite well optimized, and Precision X1 is a low-cost imitation of Afterburner now available on Steam. Ignoring power settings, it should work fine as long as temperatures stay manageable.