Future proof for "BitFenix Formula 650w GOLD PSU" ?

[hamada.hosny93]

Hi guys, as the title said, is that power supply high quality and good enough for a future proof? can it handle most of intensive requirements like high CPU and GPU with high consumption like GTX 1080 ti, core i7 8700 or whatever higher later, so i don't have to worry about anything when doing future upgrades?

My current build:
https://pcpartpicker.com/list/DMpPQZ

I know that my current CPU cannot be overclocked, but is it ok for that PSU to handle overclocking with no problem? (General Question).

 

[Kashimi]

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00IKDETOW/?tag=pcpapi-20

This unit has 4 1/2 stars with almost 4500 reviews.

You can't go wrong with this one and its close in cost and has more wattage available should you ever decide to need it.

 

[hamada.hosny93]

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00IKDETOW/?tag=pcpapi-20

This unit has 4 1/2 stars with almost 4500 reviews.

You can't go wrong with this one and its close in cost and has more wattage available should you ever decide to need it.

Please don't take us into external discussion about something that is not related to my thread, and actually to be more honest i can't afford that EVGA PSU, in my country it's very expensive but maybe i can afford the 750w from BitFenix Formula Gold but still not sure so i'm only asking for the 650w just for now.

 

[bignastyid]

The BitFenix is a good unit and that's a good price. Here'a a link to the review for it.
https://www.tomshardware.co.uk/bitfenix-formula-gold-650w-psu,review-34191-12.html
650w is way more than enough for the specs you've chosen, a good quality 450w unit would power that i5 and GTX 1060. 650w is plenty for an upgrade to an i7 8700 and a 1080ti.

Also to note not only is the CPU locked but the B360 board also not not support cpu overclocking.

 

[Kashimi]

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00IKDETOW/?tag=pcpapi-20

This unit has 4 1/2 stars with almost 4500 reviews.

You can't go wrong with this one and its close in cost and has more wattage available should you ever decide to need it.

Please don't take us into external discussion about something that is not related to my thread, and actually to be more honest i can't afford that EVGA PSU, in my country it's very expensive but maybe i can afford the 750w from BitFenix Formula Gold but still not sure so i'm only asking for the 650w just for now.

What are you talking about "take us into external discussion that is not related to your thread"

You asked about a power supply. You posted a list with parts and asked about opinions on the PSU. Your list says that the PSU you linked is $79.99, I found you a better one for $10 more that is more "future proof" based on your build. You didn't specify that you live in another country.

Don't come on here and ask for advice and opinions then catch an attitude.

 

[hamada.hosny93]

The BitFenix is a good unit and that's a good price. Here'a a link to the review for it.
https://www.tomshardware.co.uk/bitfenix-formula-gold-650w-psu,review-34191-12.html
650w is way more than enough for the specs you've chosen, a good quality 450w unit would power that i5 and GTX 1060. 650w is plenty for an upgrade to an i7 8700 and a 1080ti.

Thanks for your reply, so wanna ask about overclocking: for something like i7 8700K and GTX 1080 ti (both overclocking) ?? just a general question, can it handle overclocking for the highest possible well-known rates (don't know them actually maybe 5.5 for 8700k but still not sure, only a general question).

 

[bignastyid]

5Ghz is usually doing pretty good for a 8700k as cooling really starts to become an issue. However you would need to upgrade you motherboard as only the Z370 and the upcoming Z390 chipsets support overclocking the 8700k. With an Overclocked 8700k and a 1080Ti 650w is likely enough but going with a 750w unit isn't a bad idea as estimating power usage when overclocking is a guessing game at best as there are just too many variables in the equation.

 

[hamada.hosny93]

5Ghz is usually doing pretty good for a 8700k as cooling really starts to become an issue. However you would need to upgrade you motherboard as only the Z370 and the upcoming Z390 chipsets support overclocking the 8700k. With an Overclocked 8700k and a 1080Ti 650w is likely enough but going with a 750w unit isn't a bad idea as estimating power usage when overclocking is a guessing game at best as there are just too many variables in the equation.

Thank you so much for that info, that almost solved my thread, to summarize all of that:
(1) The PSU is good enough to handle any kind of future upgrades (no overclocking).
(2) About overclocking it's enough but extra 750w is mostly recommend due to some variables or changes happening like other parts consumption (Liquid Coolers or whatever available cooling options), sometimes HDDs consumption, usually 7200 RPM HDDs consume so much power..etc

Anyways thanks again, now just 1 more question, as i read from the overview about that PSU, what is rifle bearing? is it good or bad? cuz i have a previous idea about sleeve bearing fans that it has short-lifetime.

 

[ArchitSahu]

5Ghz is usually doing pretty good for a 8700k as cooling really starts to become an issue. However you would need to upgrade you motherboard as only the Z370 and the upcoming Z390 chipsets support overclocking the 8700k. With an Overclocked 8700k and a 1080Ti 650w is likely enough but going with a 750w unit isn't a bad idea as estimating power usage when overclocking is a guessing game at best as there are just too many variables in the equation.

Thank you so much for that info, that almost solved my thread, to summarize all of that:
(1) The PSU is good enough to handle any kind of future upgrades (no overclocking).
(2) About overclocking it's enough but extra 750w is mostly recommend due to some variables or changes happening like other parts consumption (Liquid Coolers or whatever available cooling options), sometimes HDDs consumption, usually 7200 RPM HDDs consume so much power..etc

Anyways thanks again, now just 1 more question, as i read from the overview about that PSU, what is rifle bearing? is it good or bad? cuz i have a previous idea about sleeve bearing fans that it has short-lifetime.

750W is generally recommended as the load is balanced when overclocking the GPU and CPU.

Rifle bearings mostly affect the noise of the fan. It is pretty good. They are like sleeve bearings but are quieter than and last longer than ball bearings. It is a good choice.

 

[hamada.hosny93]

Thank you so much all guys for help, all answers really were so useful to me, special thanks to everyone.