Help with choosing a PSU

[Cuky]

My current PSU (Antec Earthwatts 500W) has started making some weird noises even at idle and PC gets a bit unstable under load. I don't want to spend too much on a replacement as I will be getting a whole new PC in a few months time so I want something that will last me at least that long and maybe be useful if needed for diagnostics. This is my shortlist according to the price limit I have set for myself whuch is about 70$ but prices are quite a bit higher here in Croatia

- Cooler Master MasterWatts Lite 500W
- Cooler Master MasterWatts Lite 600W
- XFX TX 500W
- Corsair VS550
- Antec VP600P
- Seasonic SS-520GB

 

I would go for even cheaper 450W PSU but MSI states that 500W is required for my GTX 950 OCV1

[RollinLower]

why not buy a good high watts PSU now and keep it for your future build?

[SenioRR]

I recommend looking here and picking the best PSU you can afford.

 

[STRMfrmXMN]

9 minutes ago, Cuky said:

My current PSU (Antec Earthwatts 500W) has started making some weird noises even at idle and PC gets a bit unstable under load. I don't want to spend too much on a replacement as I will be getting a whole new PC in a few months time so I want something that will last me at least that long and maybe be useful if needed for diagnostics. This is my shortlist according to the price limit I have set for myself whuch is about 70$ but prices are quite a bit higher here in Croatia

- Cooler Master MasterWatts Lite 500W
- Cooler Master MasterWatts Lite 600W
- XFX TX 500W
- Corsair VS550
- Antec VP600P
- Seasonic SS-520GB

 

I would go for even cheaper 450W PSU but MSI states that 500W is required for my GTX 950 OCV1

That Seasonic is the best

[Word]

I'd go with the EVGA SuperNOVA G2 550W. This gives you some room for upgrade in the future and it's Tier 1 according to the PSU Tier List here on the LTT Forums. It's around your price point too coming in at $80 on Amazon UK or OutletPC [US], but I bet you could find a promo code somewhere or wait for a sale.

 

[Cuky]

The thing is, I need new PSU as soon as possible. Current one makes some crackling noises even on idle and I want to buy a new one before this one decides to fail completely. Currently I am on a tight budget until next paycheck and I just need something so that I can work and play on my PC without a fear of it failing at any moment.

 

I am considering EVGA PSU for my new build for which I will be saving next few months and I will definitely be going with Tier 1 or Tier 2 PSU, but now of all PSUs available here in Croatia (from reputable shops) those are the ones that are in my price range.

 

I think I will be going with Seasonic one as I see that there is rarely any negative review of their PSUs