[SOLVED] Question about PSU

[Kiss-shot]

Good day everyone! So this is my build:

ASRock b450m Steel Legend
Ryzen 3 3300x
GALAX GTX 1650 Super EX
16gb 8x2 DDR4
500gb m.2 SSD
Corsair CV550


I've read about the tierlists and about group regulated PSUs and why they should be avoided, but I had no choice but to buy the CV model since the local stores in my place didn't have the CX series or anything better that's within my budget. And I can't return or replace it either. I was wondering if this PSU is good enough or safe enough for my build for a year or two at least? Or should I just try and sell it online and wait to buy a better one (albeit, it might take a long time as I live in a small city).

 

[Zerk2012]

It should do fine for what you have in the PC it's not the best quality but it's not just pure junk either.

 

[jay32267]

The CV model is an entry level model....so it's far from Corsairs top of the line....but I have always had good luck with Corsair and the CV is far better than many units that are out there....so I don't think it's all that bad to use it for a while.

 

[Kiss-shot]

I see. I was really scared after reading a lot of threads here that it might be dangerous or damage some components. I do plan to replace it ASAP once I have the budget. Thanks a lot for the answers and insights!

 

[jay32267]

I see. I was really scared after reading a lot of threads here that it might be dangerous or damage some components. I do plan to replace it ASAP once I have the budget. Thanks a lot for the answers and insights!

You're welcome.....and I don't think it will be dangerous. Corsair is not that bad.
If you decide to upgrade....and you want to stick with Corsair....the RM and the RMx series are both an upgrade from the CV series. I'm running two RMx series with no problems and they run very quiet.

 

[Kiss-shot]

You're welcome.....and I don't think it will be dangerous. Corsair is not that bad.
If you decide to upgrade....and you want to stick with Corsair....the RM and the RMx series are both an upgrade from the CV series. I'm running two RMx series with no problems and they run very quiet.

Roger! I'll make sure to take note of that!