Power supply for system build

narga191

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Dec 26, 2012
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After using ASUSTeK's PSU calculator, the recommended minimum power supply came to 550w for this gaming system:

Intel i5 3350P @ 3.1GHz
8GB DDR3
Nvidia GTX 660ti
2 case fans
1xHDD and DVD-Combi

I'm looking at a Corsair CX 600w 80 PLUS to supply enough power for the system and the graphics card. Is this suitable or should I stretch for something more powerful? My budget is £50-60.


Thanks
 
Corsair will cover that combo though you can never have to much , just means the psu will not work as hard and you can double up on the card in the future . If you can find a good 750-800 watt psu in you budget range go for it . Buy as much as your budget allows is my motto
 
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Power Supply: XFX 550W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply (£49.98 @ Novatech)
Total: £49.98
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alot better than that cx line, and has better build quality :)