960 psu requirements

[avalon096]

what is the best power supply I can use for the gigabyte geforce gtx 960 OC Edition 2GB

 

[Wolfshadw]

Need to know your entire system specifications as well as your budget for a power supply.

-Wolf sends

 

[geofelt]

As a rule, the graphics card is what determines your psu needs.
I find this chart most helpful:
http://www.realhardtechx.com/index_archivos/Page362.htm
It includes allowance for usual peripherals .
If your prospective card is highly overclocked and needs additional power, add 75w.

I have no problem overprovisioning a PSU a bit. Say 20%.
It will run cooler, quieter, and more efficiently in the middle third of it's range.
A PSU will only use the wattage demanded of it, regardless of it's max capability.

I recommend stronger to allow for a stronger future graphics upgrade.

And... do not cheat on quality.
Buy a tier 1 or 2 unit from a list such as this:
http://www.tomshardware.com/forum/id-2547993/psu-tier-list.html

Modular and gold rating are nice to have, but not essential.

A GTX960 will generally need a single 6 pin connector which will be found on 450w class power supplies.