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What exactly is your system saying? Is it just the shutdowns under load?

That would complicate things somewhat.

I fully endorse spending the extra money for a Focus or RMx. But if I was going to buy something under $60 today, which is what the OP was describing, the M12II 520 would be the one I would choose. There is no substitute for build quality, temperature tolerance, reliability, and a proven history of running power hungry CPU's and GPU's. The M12II checks those boxes in spades, and its electrical performance is better than people give it credit for.

The Corsair RMx series is really nice. You won't be disappointed. The only thing under $60 that I would throw at that setup would be the M12II 520 which is $39 after $20 rebate at newegg. Those things are as tough as nails. But if you can pull off the RMx, do so.

Sure it does. Not as nice as it used to but they semi-indestructible and were built to run big time CPU's and GPU's. The popular narrative about the S12II series in this forum simply isn't true. It would be if they were selling at $100 dollars, but not at $40. That's as good at $40 will ever get you.

Not a lot of really exciting deals out there at the moment on PSU's. It's either go budget or go all the way the $80+ range. There are two that stand out in the budget category. The Corsair CX450 for $29 after $20 rebate and the Seasonic M12II 520 for $39 after $20 rebate. https://www.newegg.com/corsair-cx-series-cx450-450w/p/N82E16817139201 https://www.newegg.com/seasonic-m12ii-evo-series-m12ii-520-evo-editon-520w/p/N82E16817151093 I think the M12II 520 is the better fit for your system, but the deal expires tonight. The CX 450 runs for 6 more days. If you go up to $80, the Focus 550w that mariushm recommended is a fine option at that price point.

I can't think of any scenario within reason where a second PSU would be a viable option. This issue requires a closer examination.

I'm not sure you even need it then. The FX 9000 series used more power than thread ripper does. Those boards didn't even have the extra plug.

Buying United Parcel Service would cost hundreds of millions of dollars. Why does owning a 750w PSU compel you do attempt this?

The S12II is VERY reliable. Very high heat tolerance also. They are tough as nails. Sample of one? You realize the S12II reliability is legendary, right? That's a big reason why it's been around so long. On sound level, it depends on who you ask. I have used countless S12II's and they have alway been very silent. Several pro reviews drew the same conclusion. On the other hand, some pro reviews and users have found them to be a little loud under heavy load. A lot of variables play into perceived sound level.

Not necessarily. S12II 520 shouldn't have any trouble with that system. If you have better things to spend that money on, I would roll with the S12II. If money is no object, then go ahead and upgrade.

It's always interesting how much pricing varies from country to country. Be quiets in particular seem to always be either great deals or overpriced.

Did you just compare the VS orange to the S12II ? It's such a one-sided matchup that I am amazed you even proposed it. You couldn't have highlighted my tone-deaf criticism any more brightly. It's like comparing a 1990's Corvette to 1990's Ford Aspire just because they are both older. The S12II is performance unit. An older performance unit, but a performance unit nonetheless. It was not only designed to run power-hungery cpu's and GPU's but it did exactly that with distinction for the better part of a decade and a half. Its kind of like a 20 year old corvette. It can't match modern performance cars, but it can still take your Corolla. The VS on the other hand has been a very low end unit from the beginning. Which is fine because was never meant to compete with the better units. It was meant to be affordable. TI 1080? I have seen people using the S12II with 2080 TI's. Is it really that big a surprise? It was designed for those types of loads.

Is that supposed to be a better set of reasons? You just replaced one tone-deaf explanation for another. And that is the problem with the ENTIRE tier list.

Please provide us with more details about your system components.

I have been trying to tell them that for a month now. It's dead reliable. The AK47 of power supplies. Before it was a budget PSU, it was the unit you purchased to power SLI, Crossfire, Pentium EE systems, overclocked Thuban X6, Overclocked Core 2 Duo's and Core I7's, overclocked Bulldozer FX chips, and everything in between, all of which drew a LOT more power than today's systems do. That's where its stellar reputation came from. Powering hard core gaming machines for over a decade and powering them reliably, just like it does today. You can't fake that kind of performance or reputation. It may not be the best PSU anymore, but it's damn reliable. Most veterans know that already. I suspect the problem on this board is a large number of posters in their teens and early 20's who know nothing about it.

This is your current system, correct?

We aren't necessarily talking about a defective psu. Your symptoms look suspiciously like an overload shutdown. This scenario wouldn't be recreated in their stress test

Ignore the tier list. It's all over the place. That said, the System Power 9 500 is probably the best unit available in the price range you specified at €54.99.

I suspect the video is bit more reflective of his personality. Text-only communication loses emotional context very easily and can seem a lot harsher than intended.

I have had systems that went 20 years between powerups.

Ok. So age isn't a cause for concern here.

The PRO's aren't the ones who do that. This board has a corps of wannabe PSU experts who are very vocal, but not particularly skilled. They are the usual suspects.

Among the units and prices you listed, the Seasonic Focus. And quite easily. I would pay too much attention to the PSU tier list. It's a mess.

Exactly how old is this unit? Did you buy it 9 months ago or 3 years ago? I calculate your full load power usage around 500 to 550 watts. I think your unit will hold up, but it would make me feel a bit uncomfortable. It's a solid unit, though. I don't see any reason to change it out now.