Power Supply Recommendation?

[Tyrov]

Hello LinusTechTips Forum dwellers!

 

I was thinking of making a build using the Intel Core i7-4790k and GTX Titan X (once there's more stock >.>) however I've never done a build of such high power consumption before and I knew that this was the best place to get recommendations from first.

 

I definitely want 80+ Platinum, or Gold if it means a better PSU. I'm honestly not too sure exactly how much I should go over TDP in watts as I've also never done heavy overclocking but with a build like this I want as much power as I can squeeze out of it!

[SeanBond]

Hello LinusTechTips Forum dwellers!

 

I was thinking of making a build using the Intel Core i7-4790k and GTX Titan X (once there's more stock >.>) however I've never done a build of such high power consumption before and I knew that this was the best place to get recommendations from first.

 

I definitely want 80+ Platinum, or Gold if it means a better PSU. I'm honestly not too sure exactly how much I should go over TDP in watts as I've also never done heavy overclocking but with a build like this I want as much power as I can squeeze out of it!

Evga 750w g2, best psu in it's class. If you plan on doing sli with those bad boys maybe get an 850w. 750 will manage but it's always nice having headroom.

[Kermit]

Well Titan X's power draw is relatively low, so I suggest something like an 750-800w gold PSU. I don't generally look at platinum PSUs just because gold certified serve their purpose almost as well for a lower price.

[desertcomputer]

Go for EVGA, Cosair, Coolmaster, Silversonic 750-900watts. It low power compare to the AMD GPU.

[foist]

The EVGA PSUs built on the Leadex platforms are very highly regarded. I have the 1000P2 but the 750G2 will serve you just fine as well. They come with an awesome 10 year warranty and a fanless mode for silent operation while not under load. Seasonic is another great choice.

 

Always check JohnnyGuru when looking at power supplies, skip to page 6 for the conclusion if you like: http://www.jonnyguru.com/modules.php?name=NDReviews&op=Story&reid=380

[XionEternum]

The best PSUs on the market are typically OEMed from three sources: SeaSonic, Flextronic, and Super Flower(EDIT: AKA Leadex).
I've only ever used PSUs from these OEMs and not one of my client builds have had a PSU issue (or any other hardware related issue I didn't catch in pre-sale testing).
Yes there will be the occasional DoA, or some technoob plugging things in the wrong way somehow... (Sorry I'm not smart enough to figure out how some of these people manage to break things and blame it on the thing... But they certainly love to write reviews omitting the fact they broke it...)
Oh sorry... just thinking out loud... ignore me.

[Aniallation]

I definitely want 80+ Platinum, or Gold if it means a better PSU. I'm honestly not too sure exactly how much I should go over TDP in watts as I've also never done heavy overclocking but with a build like this I want as much power as I can squeeze out of it!

For a Titan X stock you won't be needing more then 550W, however if you're overclocking you'll want to step up to a 650W for the comfort room. If you live in the US might as well step up to the previously recommended 750G2 cause it's actually cheaper then most competing 650W's, however if you live in a another country it may be a different story. 

[Ynkeeblood9]

dude just go all out and get an OCZ 1000W Fatal1ty PSU gives you a really nice beefy power supply semi modular, all the cables are individually sleeved(the nice kind) and gives you plentyyyy of power for future upgrades. And its pretty affordable given all the value it gives you. good luck. By the way I forgot to mention I own this PSU so when I say its quality I know first hand.

 

http://www.amazon.com/FirePower-Fatal1ty-Individually-Sleeved-Semi-Modular-FTY1000W/dp/B007G6XJE0

[Ynkeeblood9]

 

not sure if you can see it that well, just zoom in

[Aniallation]

dude just go all out and get an OCZ 1000W Fatal1ty PSU gives you a really nice beefy power supply semi modular, all the cables are individually sleeved(the nice kind) and gives you plentyyyy of power for future upgrades. And its pretty affordable given all the value it gives you. good luck. By the way I forgot to mention I own this PSU so when I say its quality I know first hand.

 

http://www.amazon.com/FirePower-Fatal1ty-Individually-Sleeved-Semi-Modular-FTY1000W/dp/B007G6XJE0

That's not a great recommendation when the much better EVGA 1000G2 is cheaper and fully modular.... if for some reason OP needs 1000 watts in the first place.

 

http://www.amazon.com/EVGA-SuperNOVA-1000G2-ATX12V-120-G2-1000-XR/dp/B00CGYCNG2/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1427389337&sr=1-1&keywords=evga+1000g2

[Ynkeeblood9]

Well you're entitled to your opinion, i'm not a fan of EVGA PSUs and I own this ocz one and its great. 40 bucks more isn't a huge difference unless your under a tight budget and semi vs fully modular is no deal breaker since you utilize most of the connected cables anyways. either way up to the buyer.

 

edit: Your actually still getting a better sales deal on the OCZ its regular price listing is from $260 to $320 vs EVGAs full price is $200 so much better sale on the Fatality

[vembutech]

80+ Platinum is the best option.

[DWN]

Seasonic makes many good PSU's under some other labels.

 

Check here to lookup specific models.