PSU for my system, which one should I buy?!?

[danny78690]

I currently have an OCZ ZT Series 550w fully modular psu (which at the time of purchase was a BEAST power supply, still retails for $160). And it has come to my concern that my psu is shot, whenever I'm gaming my system locks up and shuts down. I check event viewer and it says that there has been a power failure. "Kernel Power Failure Error 41 (63)" 

 

My graphics card is an ASUS GTX 680 Direct CUII (OC Edition, takes about 300W on its own) and my system, according to Cooler Master's calculator uses 485W of power.  

 

Assuming the PSU is the issue, I have 3 power supplies that fit my budget yet I'm unsure which one to purchase. My budget is about $80 after MIR. 

 

 

Cooler Master VS Series V650 Modular 80+ Gold  - $79.99 after MIR 

 

EVGA B1 750W PSU 80+ Bronze - $59.99 After MIR (apparently this sucks)

 

COrsair CX 750M PSU 80+ Bronze - $79.95 After MIR (apparently this also sucks)  

 

 

I am open to any other PSU that you all think is worthy and fits my budget. Your feedback and help is very much appreciated, thanks in advance! 

 

* I live in Canada, please find something in Canadian Dollars and NOT US$*

[kameshss]

This one is a good unit.

 

http://pcpartpicker.com/part/evga-power-supply-210gq0750

 

Don't ever go for that EVGA B1 or Corsair CX.

[Kaspertechgeek]

I'm using the Corsair RM750 gold label and I am very happy with it!

[Belgarathian]

I ran a Corsair VS PSU in my NAS for 24/7 operation for about 2 years with no problems, and I currently run an AX PSU for my gaming rig so I'd go with a Corsair model. Looking at their website, the VS650 is likely more what you're after. 

[8enjicraf2]

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Apparently 80+ Bronze is fine, but I dont think so. 80+ Gold or GTFO

[STRMfrmXMN]

I currently have an OCZ ZT Series 550w fully modular psu (which at the time of purchase was a BEAST power supply, still retails for $160). And it has come to my concern that my psu is shot, whenever I'm gaming my system locks up and shuts down. I check event viewer and it says that there has been a power failure. "Kernel Power Failure Error 41 (63)" 

 

My graphics card is an ASUS GTX 680 Direct CUII (OC Edition, takes about 300W on its own) and my system, according to Cooler Master's calculator uses 485W of power.  

 

Assuming the PSU is the issue, I have 3 power supplies that fit my budget yet I'm unsure which one to purchase. My budget is about $80 after MIR. 

 

 

Cooler Master VS Series V650 Modular 80+ Gold  - $79.99 after MIR 

 

EVGA B1 750W PSU 80+ Bronze - $59.99 After MIR (apparently this sucks)

 

COrsair CX 750M PSU 80+ Bronze - $79.95 After MIR (apparently this also sucks)  

 

 

I am open to any other PSU that you all think is worthy and fits my budget. Your feedback and help is very much appreciated, thanks in advance! 

EVGA B2 is about the same amount of money and WAY better than both your options

[STRMfrmXMN]

Apparently 80+ Bronze is fine, but I dont think so. 80+ Gold or GTFO

Then you understand nothing about efficiency... we have a guide about it pinned on this subforum and also in my sig.

[kameshss]

Apparently 80+ Bronze is fine, but I dont think so. 80+ Gold or GTFO

They're cheaper units. Terrible ones. B2s are good tho.

 

Just because it has 80+ certification, doesn't mean it's good. It's the soldiering and capacitors and ton other stuffs that matters.

[The Official Czex]

I ran a Corsair VS PSU in my NAS for 24/7 operation for about 2 years with no problems, and I currently run an AX PSU for my gaming rig so I'd go with a Corsair model. Looking at their website, the VS650 is likely more what you're after. 

 

wut. VS is Cooler Master and AX and CX are Corsair.

[danny78690]

I ran a Corsair VS PSU in my NAS for 24/7 operation for about 2 years with no problems, and I currently run an AX PSU for my gaming rig so I'd go with a Corsair model. Looking at their website, the VS650 is likely more what you're after. 

Corsair or Cooler Master VS PSU, I think they may have the same model name... But sounds good! 

[danny78690]

They're cheaper units. Terrible ones. B2s are good tho.

 

Just because it has 80+ certification, doesn't mean it's good. It's the soldiering and capacitors and ton other stuffs that matters.

Thank you!

[Belgarathian]

wut. VS is Cooler Master and AX and CX are Corsair.

 

http://www.corsair.com/en-au/power-supply-units

 

Sorry, I got confused. Go for the Corsair CX. But I would recommend an RM series if you can afford it. 

 

Before you all jump on me for recommending a Corsair CX PSU, they were originally rubbish but they've redesigned them in recent years to use better capacitors and larger heat syncs which help improve the lifespan http://www.guru3d.com/articles_pages/corsair_cx600m_psu_review,8.html

[The Official Czex]

http://www.corsair.com/en-au/power-supply-units

 

Sorry, I got confused. Go for the Corsair CX. But I would recommend an RM series if you can afford it. 

 

Before you all jump on me for recommending a Corsair CX PSU, they were originally rubbish but they've redesigned them in recent years to use better capacitors and larger heat syncs which help improve the lifespan 

 

A SeaSonic or XFX PSU would be a better value.

[danny78690]

A SeaSonic or XFX PSU would be a better value.

Isn't the Cooler Master VS Series made by Seasonic? 

[pyro1212]

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817139054

[The Official Czex]

Isn't the Cooler Master VS Series made by Seasonic? 

 

Nope. http://pcpartpicker.com/part/seasonic-power-supply-s12ii620bronze

[danny78690]

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817139054

CANADA, that's Newegg.com 

[Belgarathian]

A SeaSonic or XFX PSU would be a better value.

 

You're possibly right, if that's the case I'd go with SeaSonic.