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Is 500w PSU enough for R9 290X?

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I'm not sure if this post belongs here, but can my PSU run my whole PC without problem with these specs:

 

Processor: Intel Core I7-3770

GPU: Gigabyte R9 290X

RAM: 16GB DDR3

Storage: 2x 1TB Seagate Barracuda & 1x Kingston Fury SSD 120GB

PSU: Corsair CX500 V2  500w

 

Could I run this setup without a problem?

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If it was a decent 500w psu, yes.

But because you have a CX500, it will probably work, but don't be suprised if it goes poof.

That psu isn't great and i recommend replacing it asap if you can.

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29 minutes ago, ArtsiX said:

I'm not sure if this post belongs here, but can my PSU run my whole PC without problem with these specs:

 

Processor: Intel Core I7-3770

GPU: Gigabyte R9 290X

RAM: 16GB DDR3

Storage: 2x 1TB Seagate Barracuda & 1x Kingston Fury SSD 120GB

PSU: Corsair CX500 V2  500w

 

Could I run this setup without a problem?

I wouldn't trust that PSU to.

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2 minutes ago, Starelementpoke said:

I wouldn't trust that PSU to.

Why? The 500w or something else?

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1 minute ago, Starelementpoke said:

Quality of it.

Kk, what would you recommend if I bought a new one?

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1 minute ago, ArtsiX said:

Kk, what would you recommend if I bought a new one?

Anything from Seasonic or XFX minus their XT series.

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2 minutes ago, Starelementpoke said:

Anything from Seasonic or XFX minus their XT series.

Kk, should I go for 600w?

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1 minute ago, Starelementpoke said:

Personally, I would. The 290X can get rather power hungry.

Okay, thanks!

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4 minutes ago, Starelementpoke said:

Personally, I would. The 290X can get rather power hungry.

Would Corsair VS650 do the job?

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41 minutes ago, ArtsiX said:

I'm not sure if this post belongs here, but can my PSU run my whole PC without problem with these specs:

 

Processor: Intel Core I7-3770

GPU: Gigabyte R9 290X

RAM: 16GB DDR3

Storage: 2x 1TB Seagate Barracuda & 1x Kingston Fury SSD 120GB

PSU: Corsair CX500 V2  500w

 

Could I run this setup without a problem?

I would replace that PSU pronto for a 290X. An EVGA B2 750W or EVGA GQ 650W would do you nicely.

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1 minute ago, Starelementpoke said:

No.

Okay.

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