MSI GTX 970 PSU Requirements

[L0st1nSpace]

I wanted to know if i need to upgrade my PSU because i plan on getting a MSI GTX 970 to replace my current graphics card.

Computer Specs:
Motherboard: Asus Intel P8H77-I Mini ITX Motherboard
PSU: Corsair CX Series 500 Watt ATX/EPS Modular 80 Plus Bronze
CPU: Intel i5-3470 Quad Core 3.2 GHz
Link to GPU i plan on getting: http://www.amazon.com/MSI-GTX-970-4G-Graphics/dp/B00NN0GEXQ/ref=sr_1_2?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1434131696&sr=1-2&keywords=gtx+970

 

[ThatVietGuy]

While 500W is enough, people will cry foul of the quality of the Corsair CX series.

If you want quality you can get this one - http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817207013

 

[L0st1nSpace]

While 500W is enough, people will cry foul of the quality of the Corsair CX series.

If you want quality you can get this one - http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817207013

I have used this power supply for over 2 years without any troubles. Would you recommend i change it or is it fine that i just keep using the one i have? Thanks.

 

[Noah Siano]

You will be just fine with that power supply...the CX series has had some bad units, but the ones that are good are good. As long as it all fits properly in your case, you'll be perfectly fine

 

[ThatVietGuy]

^ Agreed, if it ain't broke don't fix it.