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Will using a 550W power supply be suitable for your R5 2600?

Will using a 550W power supply be suitable for your R5 2600?

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mccoop03
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02-11-2019, 03:59 PM
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I have a 550 watt PSU in my setup with the 2060 and my R5 2600. My Ryzen is cooled by a kraken x62. I'm confident my cooling can handle overclocking, but I'm not sure about the PSU's capacity. Can I safely overclock with this PSU?
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mccoop03
02-11-2019, 03:59 PM #1

I have a 550 watt PSU in my setup with the 2060 and my R5 2600. My Ryzen is cooled by a kraken x62. I'm confident my cooling can handle overclocking, but I'm not sure about the PSU's capacity. Can I safely overclock with this PSU?

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02-11-2019, 04:34 PM
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There are 550W power supplies available, but some need replacement regardless. The decision really hinges on the specific model you own.
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AviciiPL
02-11-2019, 04:34 PM #2

There are 550W power supplies available, but some need replacement regardless. The decision really hinges on the specific model you own.

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ElWashondelMal
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02-17-2019, 08:13 AM
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The cooler is capable of handling anything you can achieve with that CPU, offering ample space. It's a 300w+ unit on a CPU that could reach 120w under maximum voltage conditions. You'll encounter voltage and VRM challenges well before expecting excessively high temperatures. PSU quality varies significantly; some older 520w Seasonic models are more reliable than newer 700w Bronze-rated ones for delivering rated or better power. The specific brand, model of the 550w unit, and the GPU it supports will influence whether overclocking is feasible or needs immediate replacement.
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ElWashondelMal
02-17-2019, 08:13 AM #3

The cooler is capable of handling anything you can achieve with that CPU, offering ample space. It's a 300w+ unit on a CPU that could reach 120w under maximum voltage conditions. You'll encounter voltage and VRM challenges well before expecting excessively high temperatures. PSU quality varies significantly; some older 520w Seasonic models are more reliable than newer 700w Bronze-rated ones for delivering rated or better power. The specific brand, model of the 550w unit, and the GPU it supports will influence whether overclocking is feasible or needs immediate replacement.

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02-17-2019, 10:57 PM
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RTX2060 has a 160w TDP, but the CPU only draws 65W. You might want to test it—system boot failure would be a clear sign. I upgraded my i7 3770k using an MSI HD6850OC, which handles about 130 TDP and is working well. It uses a 550W PSU, not bronze certified, but it’s been reliable for years.
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BullyMaster
02-17-2019, 10:57 PM #4

RTX2060 has a 160w TDP, but the CPU only draws 65W. You might want to test it—system boot failure would be a clear sign. I upgraded my i7 3770k using an MSI HD6850OC, which handles about 130 TDP and is working well. It uses a 550W PSU, not bronze certified, but it’s been reliable for years.

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02-18-2019, 05:20 AM
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And I upgraded my i7-3770K to 4.9GHz, which would cause a 280mm air cooler to reach 70°C during Prime95 testing. The power consumption was around 200 watts or more. The thermal design power is minimal, essentially just enough to draw from the power supply, which explains why these processors need not only an 8-pin EPS but also additional 4-8 pin connections. When fully enabled, the 9700K can handle up to 200 watts, while the i9 can reach 250 watts if cores are locked in boost mode. This heat isn't generated out of thin air—it comes from the power supply, which is why they require more than just an 8-pin connector.

View: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=f6snWfd1v7M
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sniperboy650
02-18-2019, 05:20 AM #5

And I upgraded my i7-3770K to 4.9GHz, which would cause a 280mm air cooler to reach 70°C during Prime95 testing. The power consumption was around 200 watts or more. The thermal design power is minimal, essentially just enough to draw from the power supply, which explains why these processors need not only an 8-pin EPS but also additional 4-8 pin connections. When fully enabled, the 9700K can handle up to 200 watts, while the i9 can reach 250 watts if cores are locked in boost mode. This heat isn't generated out of thin air—it comes from the power supply, which is why they require more than just an 8-pin connector.

View: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=f6snWfd1v7M

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