How much wattage is optimal for my setup?

[jnzane]

Hey - I am really confused what the OPTIMAL wattage for my PSU would be.

System: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/Wdz6qs

The PC also features one CPU cooler, 3 fans in the case and of course several USB devices that will be connected.

I want an optimal PSU for this system that peaks at efficiency. During my research I read that the PSU should deliver more Watt than you use because the efficiency peaks at 50-70% or because the PSU delivers less power over time due to capacitor aging but I am really confused at what would be optimal for this system.

A professional answer would very much be appreciated. Thanks!

 

[KryssNova]

I guess 500 - 600 Watts PSU would be best.
Also get at least 80+ rated PSU.

For daily long usage, this Gold rated:
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/seasonic-power-supply-ssr550rm

For moderate-long usage, Bronze rated:
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/enermax-power-supply-etl550awtm
a cheaper one, and and price droop, also Good according to some people:
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/corsair-power-supply-cx600m

 

[_Epix_]

I guess 500 - 600 Watts PSU would be best.
Also get at least 80+ rated PSU.

For daily long usage, this Gold rated:
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/seasonic-power-supply-ssr550rm

For moderate-long usage, Bronze rated:
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/enermax-power-supply-etl550awtm
a cheaper one, and and price droop, also Good according to some people:
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/corsair-power-supply-cx600m

off topic: I love your profile pic xD big spongebob fan

 

[KryssNova]

I guess 500 - 600 Watts PSU would be best.
Also get at least 80+ rated PSU.

For daily long usage, this Gold rated:
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/seasonic-power-supply-ssr550rm

For moderate-long usage, Bronze rated:
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/enermax-power-supply-etl550awtm
a cheaper one, and and price droop, also Good according to some people:
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/corsair-power-supply-cx600m

off topic: I love your profile pic xD big spongebob fan

Thanks

 

[jnzane]

I guess 500 - 600 Watts PSU would be best.
Also get at least 80+ rated PSU.

For daily long usage, this Gold rated:
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/seasonic-power-supply-ssr550rm

For moderate-long usage, Bronze rated:
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/enermax-power-supply-etl550awtm
a cheaper one, and and price droop, also Good according to some people:
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/corsair-power-supply-cx600m

Thanks for your answer but are you sure about this? Do you have advanced knowledge on the topic? Not that I really doubt you... well actually I might. Maybe because of the Spongebob avatar I don't know . But this is an important decision for me so I'd rather be sure. Maybe other people can share their opinion aswell?

 

[_Epix_]

I guess 500 - 600 Watts PSU would be best.
Also get at least 80+ rated PSU.

For daily long usage, this Gold rated:
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/seasonic-power-supply-ssr550rm

For moderate-long usage, Bronze rated:
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/enermax-power-supply-etl550awtm
a cheaper one, and and price droop, also Good according to some people:
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/corsair-power-supply-cx600m

Thanks for your answer but are you sure about this? Do you have advanced knowledge on the topic? Not that I really doubt you... well actually I might. Maybe because of the Spongebob avatar I don't know . But this is an important decision for me so I'd rather be sure. Maybe other people can share their opinion aswell?

Hey man, never blame the spongebob avatar. xD. And yes, his suggestions are great.

 

[KryssNova]

Well, have fun with your build.
I was also stressing out, with my 1st build (5-6 years ago).
To be honest I still stress out, especially when I put new 300$ CPU into 120$ Motherboard.
and freaking CPU bracket latch on motherboard, makes that terrible crunching sound on motherboard, like it breaks.
But well it's normal, us average paid people, don't have enough $$$$ to break stuff on a whim.
again, have fun with your build.

Also best efficiency is when, CPU runs 65-80% load, after 80+ rated PSU .
You want that space of 10-15% to prolong life of your parts in PSU.