Jump to content

Hey guys!

I am currently in a dilemma trying to find the right power supply. I think I know what PSU I need, but a little help could be useful from you guys :)

 

Well, I am planning on overclocking my CPU and my GPU. I am also planning on upgrading my GPU in the future. So I was wondering, what power supply should I buy? 

 

Or in this case, here are a couple questions I like to ask....

 

What are good power supply brands?

My estimated wattage (according to PCPartPicker) is 372W. Since I am overclocking, how much watt do I need overall?

What efficiency should I look for? Is +80 Bronze Good for overclocking?

 

(Note, I need a power supply that is under 100 U.S. Dollars, and it available in Amazon. I live in Hawaii, and I don't want to deal with ridiculous shipping rates). 

 

Here is a build:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant
 
CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor  (Purchased For $199.99) 
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler  ($34.99 @ Amazon) 
Motherboard: Asus Z97-AR ATX LGA1150 Motherboard  (Purchased For $89.99) 
Memory: Patriot Viper 3 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory  ($82.99 @ Amazon) 
Storage: Corsair Force LS 120GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  (Purchased For $84.92) 
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($54.99 @ Amazon) 
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 760 2GB TWIN FROZR Video Card  ($224.99 @ Amazon) 
Case: Corsair 400R ATX Mid Tower Case  ($99.99 @ Amazon) 
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit)  ($100.00) 
Monitor: Acer H226HQLbid 60Hz 21.5" Monitor  ($137.00 @ Amazon) 
Keyboard: Cooler Master CM Storm Devastator Gaming Bundle Wired Gaming Keyboard w/Optical Mouse  ($29.99 @ Amazon) 
Total: $1139.84
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-10-14 02:01 EDT-0400

i make music: http://www.soundcloud.com/kopacetic

Beets for the children.

Link to comment
https://linustechtips.com/topic/232763-need-help-choosing-a-power-supply/
Share on other sites

Link to post
Share on other sites

Many brands like Corsair and Cooler Master don't manufacture the psus themselves but instead rebrand from oems like Seasonic or FSP. Although brands like Seasonic and Antec tend to be pretty consistently good, you should be looking at the specific unit or product line since build quality and oems will vary.

Your current parts list will run off of a decent 500w or a solid 450w just fine. http://pcpartpicker.com/part/evga-power-supply-100b10500kr

If you were to make sure to have headroom for any future expansion, a decent 550w should be plenty for any single gpu system or 650w for a 760 sli.

http://pcpartpicker.com/part/evga-power-supply-100b10600kr

http://pcpartpicker.com/part/rosewill-power-supply-hive750

If you ever need help with a build, read the following before posting: http://linustechtips.com/main/topic/3061-build-plan-thread-recommendations-please-read-before-posting/
Also, make sure to quote a post or tag a member when replying or else they won't get a notification that you replied to them.

Link to post
Share on other sites

Do not look at 80 Plus power efficiency if you're on a low budget, just make sure it's rated 80 Plus (the basic award) and you're good. Anything above that is clearly better and will make you save some more money on your bill (very very little money though) compared to another same wattage Power Supply which is rated a lower 80 Plus award.  :)

CPU: INTEL i7-4770K | CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-C12P w/ NF-A15 | MoBo: Asus Z87-Deluxe | RAM: Corsair Vengeance Pro 8GB (2x4GB) @2400MHz | GPU: Asus GTX 760 DirectCU II | PSU: Seasonic X-850 (KM3)

CASE: Phanteks Enthoo Pro w/ white LEDs | SSD: Samsung 840 EVO 250GB (Boot Drive) | HDD: Seagate Barracuda 2TB (Storage) | ODD(s): LG BH10 BD Rewriter + LG DVD Rewriter | 5.25": Scythe Kama Panel 3.1 |

GAMEPAD: XBOX 360 | KEYBOARD: CM Storm Quick Fire Rapid-i | OS: Windows 8.1 64 bit | MONITOR: Samsung SyncMaster T220HD | SPEAKERS: Logitech LS21

Link to post
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now

×