How many amps does a GTX 1060 need?

[d_A_e]

I'm looking to buy one, specifically this one and my current PSU can output 23 Amps on the 12V1 rail, and 20 Amps on the 12V2 rail. Is this enough power to juice the graphics card? I have a 600W PSU, btw. And if it can't should I just wait 'til the GTX 1050 comes out? (Assuming that'll consume less power)

 

[4745454b]

That card has a single 6pin PCIe plug on the back. Those can provide up to 75W of power. With another 75W through the slot that card can draw (in theory) 150W. 150W / 12V = 12.5A

23A + 20A = 43A. 43A * 12V = 516W. I mention this because you normally can't just add them together like that. Look at your PSU (or just tell us which one you have.) and look for a line that says something like "12v1 and 12v2 not to exceed xxxW". If you have a good PSU you should be fine with the 1060. That GPU should run fine on even a good 450W. But if you have a junk PSU I wouldn't risk it.

 

[Math Geek]

what he said

should be no issue if the psu is decent quality. 12v rails look plenty strong

 

[d_A_e]

I have a Thermaltake TR2 600W, it powers my R7 370 just fine and takes two six pins, I just wanna make sure it'll still power it well,

 

[Math Geek]

yah no problem with that psu. not the best on the market but plenty enough for the 1060. actually uses a little less than the 370 so no problem.

enjoy the new card

 

[4745454b]

Lol, what he said.

I agree. While not a PSU I'd buy, the TR2 isn't dreadful horrible. And because the 1060 uses less power then the 370 if it's had no problem with that GPU you should be fine with the new one.

 

[d_A_e]

Aight thanks guys, you both rock!