Which PSU?

[ModernKamikaze]

CoolerMaster EXtreme 500w

or

ThermalTake LitePower 500w?'

Basically a cheap $20 PSU with PCI E connector.

 

[WR2]

Hello ModernKamikaze;

You didn't give the correct model numbers of the PSUs. It can make a pretty huge difference.

 

[WR2]

Have web links to the PSUs?

Here is an independent web review of the Thermaltake Litepower W0293RU 450W Power Supply which got a decent review.
But you can't assume that '500W' model is as good or even if it's been made by the same PSU ODM for Thermaltake to sell.

 

[dish_moose]

http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=422169&CatId=5430
Is this "big" enough for you?
-Bruce

 

[Rugger]

CoolerMaster EXtreme 500w

or

ThermalTake LitePower 500w?'

Basically a cheap $20 PSU with PCI E connector.

What are your system specs? I would stay away from the Coolermaster Extreme series of PSUs. Most of them that are rated above 430W are lying on the labels.

 

[ModernKamikaze]

I didn't actually see it, sorry.
So is Thermaltake any better than Coolermaster?

 

[WR2]

It's not possible to even make a guess.

 

[Rugger]

In the world of PSUs you get what you pay for...don't cheap out on the most important part of your PC.

The Corsair CX430W has had regular rebates/discounts that take the price down to about $16-17. That's your best bet for quality at a discount price. Of course, if you don't provide your system specs, then we can't tell if this PSU is sufficient for your build.

 

[ModernKamikaze]

In the world of PSUs you get what you pay for...don't cheap out on the most important part of your PC.

The Corsair CX430W has had regular rebates/discounts that take the price down to about $16-17. That's your best bet for quality at a discount price. Of course, if you don't provide your system specs, then we can't tell if this PSU is sufficient for your build.

http://h20000.www2.hp.com/bizsupport/TechSupport/Document.jsp?objectID=c01298195&lang=en&cc=us&taskId=120&contentType=SupportFAQ&prodSeriesId=3644673&prodTypeId=12454

This is my current one,
but I am replacing it with
a GTS 450 or GT440 so I need a PCI connector
an Asrock H61M-DGS or Biostar H61-MGC
a LGA1155 i3-2100
and 4gb of RAM.

 

[Rugger]

The Corsair CX430 is more than sufficient for your planned upgrade. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817139026&Tpk=cx430
The last $20 rebate ended on 23April. You just missed it, but rebates have been coming out on this PSU around once a month...get on the Newegg mailing list if you're not aleady on it.

 

[ModernKamikaze]

The Corsair CX430 is more than sufficient for your planned upgrade. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817139026&Tpk=cx430
The last $20 rebate ended on 23April. You just missed it, but rebates have been coming out on this PSU around once a month...get on the Newegg mailing list if you're not aleady on it.

Sorry, I forgot to tell you I am from the Philippines, they don't ship here. But Thanks for the help! 😀

 

[ModernKamikaze]

The Corsair CX430 is more than sufficient for your planned upgrade. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817139026&Tpk=cx430
The last $20 rebate ended on 23April. You just missed it, but rebates have been coming out on this PSU around once a month...get on the Newegg mailing list if you're not aleady on it.

Also, should I get this or the CX430 v2

 

[Rugger]

v2.

If you don't have good access to that PSU, then give us a list of available PSUs or a website so we can help you shop.

 

[ModernKamikaze]

v2.

If you don't have good access to that PSU, then give us a list of available PSUs or a website so we can help you shop.

I am not really going to online shop, but there is a listing of prices of available hardware here where I can go.
http://pcx.com.ph/

Also Amazon but only if some items can be delivered to Philippines.

 

[Rugger]

From that site, The least expensive model that I would go with is the Antec VP-450. It's less expensive than the Coolermaster Extreme 500W and a better PSU.

 

[ModernKamikaze]

From that site, The least expensive model that I would go with is the Antec VP-450. It's less expensive than the Coolermaster Extreme 500W and a better PSU.

So which one? Antec VP-450 or CX430 V2?
Also will this fit in my case?

 

[WR2]

-> CX430 V2 is not on that site you listed. Makes that easy for you. Antec VP-450

If CM EXtreme 500w or ThermalTake LitePower 500w PSU would fit in your case so would the Antec VP-450.

 

[Rugger]

As WR2 said, it will fit in your case. Since the CX430 isn't on the site, the Antec VP-450 is the way to go. If the CX430 is available in the shop and is less expensive than the VP-450, then go for it. If available and they are the same price, then get the VP-450.

 

[ModernKamikaze]

As WR2 said, it will fit in your case. Since the CX430 isn't on the site, the Antec VP-450 is the way to go. If the CX430 is available in the shop and is less expensive than the VP-450, then go for it. If available and they are the same price, then get the VP-450.

Does it have PCI E Connector I only need one for the GTS 450.

 

[WR2]

Yes it does.

 

[ModernKamikaze]

As WR2 said, it will fit in your case. Since the CX430 isn't on the site, the Antec VP-450 is the way to go. If the CX430 is available in the shop and is less expensive than the VP-450, then go for it. If available and they are the same price, then get the VP-450.

Nevermind, I saw the details. 😀

thanks for the help guys!

 

[ModernKamikaze]

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