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PSU Advice
So as to avoid awkward introductions, I'll get straight on to my question. I need help looking for a power supply for my build. This is only the second time I've self-built a PC.
Here's my component list: CPU - 3.4GHz Intel Core i5-3570K Motherboard - Asus Maximus V Gene Memory -Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2x4GB) DDR3 1600MHz Graphics Card - MSI GeForce GTX 660 TwinFrozr III / OC 2048MB GDDR5 Case - Fractal Design R4 (not that it matters) Optical drive - Generic Samsung DVD+-RW SSD - Samsung SSD 830 256GB HDD - WD Caviar Black 1TB (Sata 300 version from my current PC) I was originally planning to get a Corsair TX650M, but I'm not sure whether it enough to power my set-up, not to mention, i've only been able to find retailers that stock the non-modular TX650. I live in the UK by the way. All help would be appreciated since my trusty Intel C2Q6600 and ATI Radeon HD2900 GT no longer meet my needs. It's been a good 5 years... |
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TX 650/M is enough
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I use this as a way to get a good idea of what kind of power I'm going to need for a build.
http://www.extreme.outervision.com/PSUEngine A TX650 is more than enough. |
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A quality corsair/seasonic/Antec 550W would easily be sufficient for that rig, overclocked too. So yes a TX650m would be more than sufficient.
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TX650 is plenty, heck a good 550W would handle it without issues.
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Thanks everyone, I'll guess I'll just stick to the TM650M. Now to just find a reputable stockist that stocks it and not the non-modular version...
On a completely different matter, does anyone know how long it takes Samsung to process cashback offers? I bought my SSD early August, so it's been a good 2 months. I'd heard that it normally takes around 45 days, so I've emailed them but haven't had a reply so far. I don't really mind whether I get it or not, but seeing as I'm a university student, every pound helps... Again, all help would be appreciated. |
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If I was building a system now, I would really love to try one of Corsair's new AX760i power supplies, which are full modular 80 Plus Platinum, with digital voltage regulation. They also come with a CorsairLink cable so you can monitor every aspect of the PSU in Windows software. The reviewers so far are amazed at the tight voltage regulation and low ripple figures. I want one, but I just built a new i5-3570K system 3 months ago, and can't justify any more expense until something quits working (and the Ultra X4 750 Bronze full modular I bought has a lifetime guarantee!). Maybe next build... If you're into cool running and overclocking a little, Corsair also just updated their H80 and H100 liquid coolers with new fans, a better water block and pump, and now includes CorsairLink cable instead of as an expensive option. I have the H100 old version...
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