Can I run a R9 380 on a 500w psu

hardbg123

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Hello everyone,
So my question is: can i run r9 380 on a 500w psu with 12v1: 17A 12v2:13A
The other parts are:
I5 3570
16gb ram 1600
1tb hdd
Asus P8H61-M LX R2.0
Here is a photo of the psu:
http://prnt.sc/ekrqb2
P.s. the psu has 2x 6 pin connectors.
 
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I wouldn't have a problem using that card on a power supply with those specs, but I would not be using a high power card like that with a cheap power supply in the first place. So, yes you can, but no you shouldn't. Get yourself a quality power supply first, then look into what videocards you can afford.
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I wouldn't. That PSU isn't and wasn't 500 watts on its best day, its a piece of junk. Also the 12v rails are to weak. It may work to start going but will likely crash.
 
I wouldn't have a problem using that card on a power supply with those specs, but I would not be using a high power card like that with a cheap power supply in the first place. So, yes you can, but no you shouldn't. Get yourself a quality power supply first, then look into what videocards you can afford.
 
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