Your PSU's ability to support overclocking depends on its power delivery capacity and stability under increased load.
Your PSU's ability to support overclocking depends on its power delivery capacity and stability under increased load.
Hey everyone!
I wanted to check if my PSU can support the overclock I'm aiming for with this setup.
PSU: CORSAIR CX 500
CPU: AMD FX 6350
GPU: R7 260X
RAM: 8GB
AIR COOLER: 212 EVO plus two extra fans
MOTHERBOARD: GIGABYTE 970A UD3P REV 2.1
My target overclock is around 4.5 ghz at roughly 1.44 Vcore.
Can I push it safely to these levels without risking damage to my PSU?
Thanks in advance!
tsaalukas: constantine_99: i suggest u get a better PSU, a tier 2+ if possible, bcz with the tier 4 you have now, it's risky, get the 550w just in case to add more breathing space when u overclock here's a list for PSU Tier List: Okay but lets say that I will stick with 500w psu and start overclocking. What are the signs if my psu can't handle the watts drawn from the overclock. Will it start randomly shutting down or...? It's not the best solution for OC'ing but it will do the job. You will notice throttling, blue screens or shutdowns if your PSU can't handle it. However that PSU can provide up to 500W which is 50W more than the required PSU. Why are you OC'ing? With a 2GB...
i suggest u get a better PSU, a tier 2+ if possible, bcz with the tier 4 you have now, it's risky, get the 550w just in case to add more breathing space when u overclock here's a list for PSU Tier List:
It's recommended to upgrade to a higher-tier PSU, preferably tier 2+, since the current tier 4 setup is risky. A 550W unit would provide extra capacity for future overclocking needs. You can find a detailed list here: If you decide to stick with a 500W PSU, what indicators would you look for if it fails to handle the increased load? Will it shut down unexpectedly or behave erratically?
tsaalukas: constantine_99: i suggest u get a better PSU, a tier 2+ if possible, bcz with the tier 4 you have now, it's risky, get the 550w just in case to add more breathing space when u overclock here's a list for PSU Tier List: Okay but lets say that I will stick with 500w psu and start overclocking. What are the signs if my psu can't handle the watts drawn from the overclock. Will it start randomly shutting down or...? It's not the best solution for OC'ing but it will do the job. You will notice throttling, blue screens or shutdowns if your PSU can't handle it. However that PSU can provide up to 500W which is 50W more than the required PSU. Why are you OC'ing? With a 2GB card I would be looking to reduce your VRAM load by reducing in game settings. At the very least looking to my VRAM usage during a gaming session. What's the load percentage for the CPU and GPU? MSI Afterburner can tell you that.
Aquielisunari suggests upgrading to a higher-tier PSU if possible, emphasizing caution with tier 4 units due to risks. A 550W unit is recommended for extra capacity during overclocking. A PSU tier list is provided via the link. The author questions the need for overclocking and asks about signs of failure, such as random shutdowns or throttling. They note the PSU can handle up to 500W, which exceeds the required power. The reason for OC'ing is mentioned—reducing VRAM load with a 2GB card by adjusting game settings. CPU and GPU load percentages are also requested.
Someone is recommending a better PSU, preferably tier 2+, since with the current tier 4 it's risky. They suggest getting a 550W unit just in case you need extra capacity for overclocking. They shared a PSU tier list link. They also mention that if you decide to start overclocking with a 500W PSU, you should watch for signs like random shutdowns or throttling. It might not be the ideal choice for overclocking but will work. The PSU can handle up to 500W, which is 50W more than needed. They ask why you're overclocking and suggest checking your VRAM usage during games. They also want to know your CPU and GPU load percentage.