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Eh, I guess because they are both Superflower Leadex. Also, what am I supposed to be reading? I'm reading the notes but it doesn't really answer my concerns.

I'm confused by this tier list. Why is the T2 in the same tier as a G2 and not Tier S? Also, why are the BQ and B3 even being recommended? Why is the G3 the same tier as them? B3 is complete dogshit and BQ should never be recommended when the CX/CXM exists. EDIT: I see that the BQ is only =>750W, but my point about the B3 still stands.

You shouldn't buy based off rating, you should buy based on the quality of the unit. While the higher the efficiency does mean the more power you'll save, don't pursue a Titanium or Platinum rated PSU. If you are talking absolute best of the best, the Corsair AX1600i takes the cake. AX1500 and EVGA T2 follow behind, but all are upwards of $200+. A more reasonably priced PSU is the Bitfenix Whisper M and the Straight Power 11. If you are in the EU or UK, which you are, I'll suggest to you the Straight Power 11 from be quiet!. 650W would be plenty for any combination of CPU and GPU you plan on going with. Just ignore the argument that everyone else is having above, purchase the SP11 and call it a day. EDIT: oops posted twice and I'm new to the forum so just ignore my top comment.

You shouldn't buy based off rating, you should buy based on the quality of the unit. While the higher the efficiency, the more power you'll save, don't pursue a Titanium or Platinum rated PSU. If you are talking absolute best of the best, the Corsair AX1600i takes the cake. AX1500 and EVGA T2 follow behind, but all are upwards of $200+. A more reasonably priced PSU is the Bitfenix Whisper M and the Straight Power 11. If you are in the EU or UK, which you are, I'll suggest to you the Straight Power 11 from be quiet!. 650W would be plenty for any combination of CPU and GPU you plan on going with. Just ignore the argument that everyone else is having above, purchase the SP11 and call it a day.

I would go with a 2600 + 2080 or wait for Zen 2 + 2080. Fits in around a $1300 - $1500 budget for the entire PC.

Don't get a Pro4. Get any of the MSI B450 boards. B450M Pro VDH, B450 A Pro, Gaming Plus, Tomahawk, etc. are all good options. A400 is also pretty bad since it is DRAMless. Get something like a Team Lite 3D or X3 if it's available. Again, get the CX (2017) revision or the CXM if it's not available there.