New PSU i5 750 system

[joelmartinez]

specs:
CPU: i5 750 (at stock 🙁 )
Mobo: GA-P55A-UD4P
RAM: g skill ripjaws 4gb cas 7 1.65v
GPU: xfx 5850 be
HDD: samsung spinpoit f3 500gb
ODD: samsung sata
Case: HAF 922 (stock fans)
CPU cooler: Hyper 212+ (single fan)

current PSU: ocz modxstream pro 700w

dilemma: I bought this psu because it was cheap, I know stupidest reason ever. Later I have found out these are not the best quality units. They have a HARDOCP review in which this psu fails. This wouldn't bug me too much because I'm running at such a light load but I'm planning on adding a fan controller and 3 cooler master mach 1.2 turbines in the near future and want something rock stable. I also need this psu to last through my next upgrade (x68) as well as a likely gpu upgrade in the future amd 7000 and nvidia 600 series.

Options: a high quality 700+w is what I'm looking for I have compiled a couple options as well as pros and cons for each option

1. Corsair AX750 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817139016 ($170 BR $150AR)
Pros:
-lots of cables
-beautiful design, aesthetics
-reputable company
Cons:
-pricey
-MIR that I may never receive back to get decent price
2. Seasonic X-750 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817151087&Tpk=seasonic%20750w ($165)
Pros:
-same as corsair
Cons:
-really pricey

Only an option if people agree corsair MIR almost never come back
3. Cougar gx700 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817553007&Tpk=cougar%20gx700 ($180 BP, BR $128 AR, AP)
Pros:
-lots of cables
-good looks
-cheap for the 80 plus gold license it boasts
Cons:
-made by HEC
-not really reviewed much
-doesn't meet 80 plus gold standards in US
- MIR may never come back

4. XFX 750w http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817207003&cm_re=xfx_750w-_-17-207-003-_-Product ($130 BR, $100 AR)
Pros:
-cheap
-decent 80 plus
-lots of cables
Cons:
-shipping
-looks (the pro version is just as expensive but isn't certified as highly)
-MIR

Personally the best choice to me seems to be the corsair right now I need this unit to last, if anyone else has another psu that could be considered in this list (700w-800w 80 plus silver or better) please share. Also if an amazing psu is gonna be released in a month I'm all ears. Or deals that I missed (live in USA no close microcenter)

Thank you for your time

 

[o1die]

With a single video card setup, your ocz may be fine. It's got some overload protection built in, so it shouldn't take out your board if it fails. I use ocz; mine has run fine for almost a year.

 

[joelmartinez]

So you think I should just keep the ocz, it will be able to handle extra fans and fan-controller later on as well as x68 with one GPU?

 

[joelmartinez]

I also kinda want a longer 8 pin CPU connection now and I know that I'll want the ability to use dual GPUs with x68. I could buy an 8 pin cpu power extender and wait to buy the PSU in a combo with the next-gen graphics would that be the smartest choice?

 

[tecmo34]

SeaSonic X-750 gold is the best out of all listed... IMO.

The XFX 750 is the best value and my recommendation for your upgrade of the PSU.

 

[joelmartinez]

what do you think about the pro version of the xfx 750w I do realize it's only slightly cheaper (shipping accounted for) than the BE but it doesn't have that nasty green.

 

[Espada]

i have an i7 950
6gb of ram at 1.55v
gtx460
and like freakin 7 case fans
2tb hdd
etc..
and I have the same 700w psu as u. yea major problem about it is the cables a little short to reach to mobo since psu on bottom. I bought me a cheap extension cable from microcenter. worked fine for me

 

[joelmartinez]

I actually bought an 8 pin extender from microcenter when I was in Dallas forgot to actually look at the second part of the description PCI-E, I never actually opened it discarded the receipt or even the bag and advertisement they gave me at checkout. I'm gonna try to return it when I get down to the Bay Area, CA and get one for the CPU.

I think what I'm going to do is to stay with my PSU until Ivy Bridge

 

[tecmo34]

what do you think about the pro version of the xfx 750w I do realize it's only slightly cheaper (shipping accounted for) than the BE but it doesn't have that nasty green.

[strike]The PRO has 70A on the 12V rail and the BE has 62V on the 12V rail[/strike], so I would go with the PRO, specially if you don't like the "green" look 😀

edit: I was looking at the 850W version...

I see nothing wrong with the PRO version, so if you don't like the "green" look, you should be good to go with it.

 

[joelmartinez]

I think I'll buy the 750w pro in a combo when I purchase parts to upgrade to Ivy

next platform upgrade: CPU+Mobo+RAM+GPU+PSU (yeah it's gonna be expensive)

 

[joelmartinez]

Please note that all answers were good and contributed to my overall understanding of the conclusion I came too it was difficult to select a best answer

 

[joelmartinez]

Best answer selected by joelmartinez.

 

[twanto]

All overkill, you don't need 750W. Get a solid 500W and save some cash

 

[joelmartinez]

I want a PSU that can handle dual next-gen graphics, 750w isn't overkill for that.

 

[joelmartinez]

why would I even consider getting a 500w when I already own a 700w did you even read my posts.