Kinda lost on wattage/recommended PSUs from PSU list.

[nick779]

So im planning on building a new, long term use system and finally upgrading my Devils Canyon desktop. In the future I do plan on buying an updated GPU such as the 3080 or 4080, will not go Titan or TI.

Here is my current PCPartpicker list:

PCPartPicker Part List

CPU: Intel Core i7-10700K 3.8 GHz 8-Core Processor  ($408.89 @ B&H) 
CPU Cooler: EK EK-AIO 240 D-RGB 66.04 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler  ($119.00) 
Motherboard: Gigabyte Z490 AORUS ELITE ATX LGA1200 Motherboard  ($199.99 @ Amazon) 
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws V 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR4-3600 CL16 Memory  ($144.99 @ Newegg) 
Storage: SanDisk Ultra 3D 500 GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  (Purchased For $0.00) 
Storage: Samsung 860 Evo 500 GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($69.98 @ Amazon) 
Storage: ADATA XPG SX8200 Pro 2 TB M.2-2280 NVME Solid State Drive  (Purchased For $0.00) 
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 1080 8 GB ACX 3.0 Video Card  (Purchased For $0.00) 
Case: Phanteks Eclipse P500A ATX Mid Tower Case  ($109.98 @ Newegg) 
Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA GA 750 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply 
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 10 Home OEM 64-bit  ($108.78 @ Other World Computing) 
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You can ignore the AIO, ill probably switch that to a 280/360 since I was able to snag a P500a. 32GB so I get matched sticks and never need to upgrade. 

 

My "problem" is that im a little lost as to what I actually NEED for this setup. Ive played around with calculators but I guess I just dont trust them. I prefer a bit of wattage overhead for future proofing, longevity and stability when overclocking. 
For instance I have a 750w Supernova G2 on a 4790k/GTX 1080 right now which I know is overkill. I could probably re-use that PSU, but Im leaning towards a new one with a new warranty that is more appropriately sized.

 

I initially wanted another EVGA Supernova G"#" but it looks like they now make a "GA" which is grey on the psucultist list and the 750w model has some iffy reviews online.

Newegg still sells the G3 which I might pick up, but im looking for other 80+ modular options under $130. I did look into a few of the gold/purple T1/2 PSUs (TT TP GF1 750w, FD Ion+ 760w, Supernova G3/GA) but the ones I could find all had some iffy reviews somewhere due to bad cabling or early death.

 

Can someone spoon feed me a bit as to what I need and make a few PSU suggestions that are 80+, modular, and preferably under $130?

[Kanna]

I think 500 or 650 is fine, also get 16GB ram unless you need it and don't pay for windows

[gloop]

A 650w PSU is plenty for your needs. 

 

What is your budget for the PSU?

[Haro]

a 550w is more than enough, though the g2 is great afaik, if you want just re use that, if you're set on a new psu. 

10 hours ago, nick779 said:

under $130

rm550x, tx550m, SP11 550w, PP11 500w, ion+ 560w, AMP 550w,MWE gold 550w, to name a few. 

[KaitouX]

I would just use the G2 until the warranty ends. 750W is more than enough, the G2 is a good PSU and the PSUs you mentioned would be downgrades from it.

[nick779]

10 minutes ago, TofuHaroto said:

a 550w is more than enough, though the g2 is great afaik, if you want just re use that, if you're set on a new psu. 

rm550x, tx550m, SP11 550w, PP11 500w, ion+ 560w, AMP 550w,MWE gold 550w, to name a few. 

 

6 minutes ago, KaitouX said:

I would just use the G2 until the warranty ends. 750W is more than enough, the G2 is a good PSU and the PSUs you mentioned would be downgrades from it.

Im starting to lean towards just moving the PSU as I wont have a place for my old desktop anyway. I have 3-4 years left on the 10 year G2 warranty. That should at least last me until after my GPU upgrade too.

12 minutes ago, gloop said:

A 650w PSU is plenty for your needs. 

 

What is your budget for the PSU?

$130. Would that support a newer GPU(2080s/3080) too?

 

[Haro]

10 hours ago, nick779 said:

That should at least last me until after my GPU upgrade too.

yea, honestly just use the g2 if possible, if not, 

 

10 hours ago, TofuHaroto said:

rm550x, tx550m, SP11 550w, PP11 500w, ion+ 560w, AMP 550w,MWE gold 550w, to name a few. 

^, these should be around 130 dollars. and are decent. 

[5x5]

Long term yet you're buying a 10700K when Zen 3 is due next month? Why?

[Hairless Monkey Boy]

2 minutes ago, nick779 said:

$130. Would that support a newer GPU(2080s/3080) too?

Yup. I have a liquid cooled and overclocked 9900K and RTX 2080 and never pull more than ~400W while gaming.

[Fasauceome]

Currently using a G2 myself, not really a bad PSU so why bother replacing it?

[nick779]

16 minutes ago, HairlessMonkeyBoy said:

Yup. I have a liquid cooled and overclocked 9900K and RTX 2080 and never pull more than ~400W while gaming.

I guess thats why I dont trust calcs. be quiet's calc puts that combo at 650w+.

18 minutes ago, 5x5 said:

Long term yet you're buying a 10700K when Zen 3 is due next month? Why?

This is all a plan, the cpu/mobo isnt definite. Ill probably order/build over the winter. If Zen 3 puts out then I may go that route. Intel just seems to be more stable in my experience so it was my initial pick.

19 minutes ago, TofuHaroto said:

yea, honestly just use the g2 if possible, if not, 

 

^, these should be around 130 dollars. and are decent. 

Even at lower wattage ratings?

 

Just curious, if we upped the budget to ~$150 what would you pick?

 

13 minutes ago, Fasauceome said:

Currently using a G2 myself, not really a bad PSU so why bother replacing it?

Honestly, no reason. I figured it was getting "old" it seems stable as always.

[Haro]

10 hours ago, nick779 said:

~$150 what would you pick?

would still pick one of these, also the high current gamer from antec which afaik is also good, but still the g2 is decent and i would use that if possible. 

[nick779]

2 minutes ago, TofuHaroto said:

would still pick one of these, also the high current gamer from antec which afaik is also good, but still the g2 is decent and i would use that if possible. 

Well, that makes things easier. "If it ain't broke"

[Hairless Monkey Boy]

5 minutes ago, nick779 said:

Just curious, if we upped the budget to ~$150 what would you pick?

https://pcpartpicker.com/product/f4mFf7/be-quiet-straight-power-11-750-w-80-platinum-certified-fully-modular-atx-power-supply-bn642

 

But if I were you, I'd wait out the warranty on what you have, and then wait for a good Black Friday deal on a platinum or titanium rated PSU.

[nick779]

4 minutes ago, HairlessMonkeyBoy said:

https://pcpartpicker.com/product/f4mFf7/be-quiet-straight-power-11-750-w-80-platinum-certified-fully-modular-atx-power-supply-bn642

 

But if I were you, I'd wait out the warranty on what you have, and then wait for a good Black Friday deal on a platinum or titanium rated PSU.

Sounds like a plan. Thanks for the insight everyone!