Do I need to upgrade my PSU?

[brookies1910]

Hey guys, I currently have a Cooler Master Extreme Power Plus 550W running:

i5 4570
HD 7770
10 GB DDR3
2 HDD's
One Combo Drive

I am looking to upgrade my GPU to either a GTX 960 or a R9 380. Will I need to buy a new PSU to do that? I am not going to have a lot of money after the GPU upgrade so I need to know if it's 100% necessary to save up longer and buy a Corsair VS650 PSU at the same time.

Thank you

 

[sna]

you dont need powersupply upgrade .

 

[Dunlop0078]

Well the CM 550 would be enough for a 960 I would recommend you replace just because its not very good. Neither is the corsair vs650 for that matter. I would recommend one of these if you want something good without breaking the bank.

http://pcpartpicker.com/part/xfx-power-supply-p1550sxxb9

http://pcpartpicker.com/part/antec-power-supply-hcg620m

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

Here is a review of your current cooler master psu if you are interested: http://www.hardwaresecrets.com/cooler-master-extreme-power-plus-550-w-power-supply-review/9/

 

[WhyFi]

If you've got the PCI-E connectors, I wouldn't worry about it.

 

[Dark Lord of Tech]

Your power supply has the power to run a 960 or 380 and the right power connections to do so.

You should upgrade to one of higher quality in the future , but you are finer for now.

It's not 100% necessary at this time.