550W enough for R5 3600 + 5700xt?

[RGBisKey]

Hi all, I'm looking to upgrade my gpu soon and I've been looking at the 5700xt. Online shops say that a 600W power supply is recommended but when I put my system into a PSU calculator it comes in at around 450W-500W with the 5700xt. Am I okay to purchase? I can provide full system specs if necessary.

[TheDailyProcrastinator]

2 minutes ago, RGBisKey said:

Hi all, I'm looking to upgrade my gpu soon and I've been looking at the 5700xt. Online shops say that a 600W power supply is recommended but when I put my system into a PSU calculator it comes in at around 450W-500W with the 5700xt. Am I okay to purchase? I can provide full system specs if necessary.

550W is fine as long as it is a quality PSU, you likely will not draw over 350W MAX at full load. PSU calculators also over estimate as they calculate the "draw" by adding the max draw of each component, but in the real world all components never would simultaneously draw at the max. What is the PSU model you are looking to get?

[Kid.Lazer]

As you found, it's not recommended, but if it's anything higher than a bargain-basement quality of PSU, it will be fine. I run a 2600 and 5700 (non-xt) on a Corsair 450 watt SFX PSU and it's just peachy.

[5x5]

The absolute maximum you can ever pull with that system is about 350-400W. 550 is fine. Just get a good quality unit

[RGBisKey]

Just now, TheDailyProcrastinator said:

550W is fine as long as it is a quality PSU, you likely will not draw over 350W MAX at full load. PSU calculators also over estimate as they calculate the "draw" by adding the max draw of each component, but in the real world all components never would simultaneously draw at the max. What is the PSU model you are looking to get?

I already have an EVGA 550 N1, it is NOT 80+ certified at all

[5x5]

Just now, RGBisKey said:

I already have an EVGA 550 N1, it is NOT 80+ certified at all

EVGA N1 and W1 are horrid and have killed hardware frequently on this and other forums. Replace it as soon as possible.

[RGBisKey]

Just now, 5x5 said:

EVGA N1 and W1 are horrid and have killed hardware frequently on this and other forums. Replace it as soon as possible.

Well what would you recommend? Having to replace my PSU is not ideal but it's a better option than a fried part.

[Haro]

1 minute ago, RGBisKey said:

I already have an EVGA 550 N1, it is NOT 80+ certified at all

it will be fine for now 

wattage fine it's fine 

quality wise it's meh 

the second that you can upgrade it 

[5x5]

Just now, RGBisKey said:

Well what would you recommend? Having to replace my PSU is not ideal but it's a better option than a fried part.

Depending on the budget, either q Corsair CX550 or a Be Quiet Pure Power Gold 600W

[Mateyyy]

4 minutes ago, RGBisKey said:

I already have an EVGA 550 N1, it is NOT 80+ certified at all

The N1 is a fire hazard.

What's your budget for a PSU upgrade?

[TheDailyProcrastinator]

5 minutes ago, RGBisKey said:

I already have an EVGA 550 N1, it is NOT 80+ certified at all

Yeah that PSU with an RX 5700XT is asking for trouble, you need a new PSU. 

[RGBisKey]

1 minute ago, 5x5 said:

Depending on the budget, either q Corsair CX550 or a Be Quiet Pure Power Gold 600W

Budget isnt too much of a concern but aesthetics are. I want something with all black cables and modular or semi modular. As long as I'm not paying a crazy uplifted price I'll be fine

[TheDailyProcrastinator]

1 minute ago, RGBisKey said:

Budget isnt too much of a concern but aesthetics are. I want something with all black cables and modular or semi modular. As long as I'm not paying a crazy uplifted price I'll be fine

USD?

[RGBisKey]

3 minutes ago, Mateyyy said:

The N1 is a fire hazard.

What's your budget for a PSU upgrade?

Budget is loose but not non-existent. Nothing over $90 or $100 USD. I would need all black cables and preferably have it be modular or semi modular.

[RGBisKey]

2 minutes ago, TheDailyProcrastinator said:

USD?

Yes USD. Nothing over $100 probably

[Mateyyy]

2 minutes ago, RGBisKey said:

Budget is loose but not non-existent. Nothing over $90 or $100 USD. I would need all black cables and preferably have it be modular or semi modular.

Corsair RMx, TXM / be quiet! Straight Power 11, Pure Power Gold / Seasonic Focus GX/GM

550W will be more than enough for your system.

[Haro]

1 minute ago, Mateyyy said:

Corsair RMx, TXM / be quiet! Straight Power 11, Pure Power Gold / Seasonic Focus GX/GM

or the MWE gold 

also a decent unit 

[TheDailyProcrastinator]

Just now, RGBisKey said:

Yes USD. Nothing over $100 probably

PSU stock is low ATM so hard to find a more budget choice. I recommend:

https://pcpartpicker.com/product/3Vc48d/be-quiet-straight-power-11-550w-80-gold-certified-fully-modular-atx-power-supply-bn281

 

OR:

https://pcpartpicker.com/product/R2mxFT/corsair-power-supply-cp9020103na

https://pcpartpicker.com/product/J7F48d/cooler-master-mwe-gold-650-w-80-gold-certified-fully-modular-atx-power-supply-mpy-6501-afaag-us

[RGBisKey]

1 minute ago, Mateyyy said:

Corsair RMx, TXM / be quiet! Straight Power 11, Pure Power Gold / Seasonic Focus GX/GM

550W will be more than enough for your system.

THANK YOU!!

[TheDailyProcrastinator]

Just now, RGBisKey said:

THANK YOU!!

Those are pretty well all out of stock unfortunately, I linked a few that are. 

[RGBisKey]

12 minutes ago, TheDailyProcrastinator said:

Those are pretty well all out of stock unfortunately, I linked a few that are. 

I really appreciate it

[TheDailyProcrastinator]

6 minutes ago, RGBisKey said:

I really appreciate it

No worries!