Generic PSU for Budget Build

[gidaman13]

Hi guys,

I wanna build a budget computer. I was thinking maybe getting a generic 500W PSU for now since it's cheaper and I don't think my planned build will consume much power.

Specs:
Mobo: MSI H81m- P33
GPU: Palit GTX 750 ti Storm-X Dual 2GB
CPU: i5 4460
CASE: Cougar Spike
FANS: 3x Cougar Dual-X LED Fans
HDD: WD blue 1TB
SSD: A-DATA 120GB or 64GB
RAM: Panram 8GB 1333 x1

Would a generic 500W PSU suffice? I will be playing any game that my GPU can handle. I'm looking to upgrade maybe the RAM or the PSU in the future if I have the money.

If you have any suggestions, let me know.

 

[madchemist83]

Why would u ? Get evga b2 750W it's only 45 bucks after mir

 

[gidaman13]

Why would u ? Get evga b2 750W it's only 45 bucks after mir

Well, I would get a higher tier PSU but I'm really on a tight budget. Something a little under $20. I'm gonna upgrade later on when I get enough money for a higher tier PSU. I just wanted to know if it would be enough.

 

[Swordkd]

Wait on the build then, until you can get a halfway decent Psu. Seriously. The cheapest Psu that generally ever gets recommended is the Corsair CX or CXM line, and that is purely a budget option. Right now the cheapest one is:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

Power Supply: Corsair Builder 500W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($35.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $35.99
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-09-02 22:06 EDT-0400

With your build, if you absolutely had to get the Pc up and running, this would be enough for it:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

Power Supply: Corsair Builder 430W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($16.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $16.99
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-09-02 22:07 EDT-0400

Your build doesn't require a lot of wattage, so this would work. However, it does rely on a MiR. So...up to you.

 

[turkey3_scratch]

Or there's the EVGA budget route:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

Power Supply: EVGA 500W 80+ Certified ATX Power Supply ($27.99 @ NCIX US)
Total: $27.99
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-09-02 22:23 EDT-0400

Sort of a competitor to Corsair CX/Builder.

 

[Dark Lord of Tech]

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

Power Supply: SeaSonic S12II 430W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($49.50 @ SuperBiiz)
Total: $49.50
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-09-02 22:47 EDT-0400

 

[madchemist83]

Don't even bother with corsair until u get into ax line. 45 bucks for evga is still cheaper then seasonic. Wait and spend extra 20 bucks for psu that will last u long time rather then cheaping out for one that might ruin ur whole rig

 

[Shaun o]

Like said save up and buy a halfway decent branded PSU.
Too many times I have seen PSU in a system that are dirt cheap with no brand reliability and quality built.
Often by people who think it is the least important thing to consider when buying parts to build there own computer.
It`s a false policy.

The PSU despite what you think is one of the main primary important bits of hardware in a computer build.
And should never be taken lightly, when it comes to choice.

It all often ends up in tears for most when the Psu decides it`s had enough and goes out in a loud pop and a plume of smoke.

Then have someone, or yourself replace the power supply, to find in the process it managed to take a lot more computer components with it like a graphics card, the motherboard it`s self, or a few sticks of memory as well for the ride.

To sell a cheap power supply unit under 20 to 30 pounds, often means it has little or no voltage protection built in to the power supply.

If you add up what it would cost to buy all the rest of the components in the system due to a cheap power supply, and it breaking taking the other parts with it.

Then it becomes apparent to buy a better more priced power supply to protect the components should the power supply become faulty in any way at all.

There is my take on it, even I had to learn the hard way.

It does not pay to buy a sub standard PSU of little known brand labeling or lack of quality components fitted inside it. Considering how much it would cost you in total should it damage other components of your beloved system.

 

[madchemist83]

^what he said

 

[gidaman13]

Like said save up and buy a halfway decent branded PSU.
Too many times I have seen PSU in a system that are dirt cheap with no brand reliability and quality built.
Often by people who think it is the least important thing to consider when buying parts to build there own computer.
It`s a false policy.

The PSU despite what you think is one of the main primary important bits of hardware in a computer build.
And should never be taken lightly, when it comes to choice.

It all often ends up in tears for most when the Psu decides it`s had enough and goes out in a loud pop and a plume of smoke.

Then have someone, or yourself replace the power supply, to find in the process it managed to take a lot more computer components with it like a graphics card, the motherboard it`s self, or a few sticks of memory as well for the ride.

To sell a cheap power supply unit under 20 to 30 pounds, often means it has little or no voltage protection built in to the power supply.

If you add up what it would cost to buy all the rest of the components in the system due to a cheap power supply, and it breaking taking the other parts with it.

Then it becomes apparent to buy a better more priced power supply to protect the components should the power supply become faulty in any way at all.

There is my take on it, even I had to learn the hard way.

It does not pay to buy a sub standard PSU of little known brand labeling or lack of quality components fitted inside it. Considering how much it would cost you in total should it damage other components of your beloved system.

Thanks for the answer and for the others that answered too.