Will my new 300W GPU work in my current set up?

[elusivehyneman]

I have just baught a GTX 960 4GB which is a 300W card...
This is to replace an R7 250 2GB 75W Card.

Currently running with an AMD FX8320, GA-78LMT-USB3 Gigabyte motherboard and most pertinent to this discussion, a 650W PSU.

The 960 requires a 6 and 8 pin external power connector. Currently, there is only a 6 pin spare...

Firstly,

- Is my PSU sufficient?

-Secondly, if I split the available 6 pin connector into a 6 pin and 8 pin, will the new GPU be able to draw the additional power from the PSU or has my limited understanding of electricity failed me and thus do I require a new GPU?

-I'm thinking, a Semi-modular 750W?

 

[AnPCtester]

You didn't mention the PSU brand. A 500W PSU is more than enough for you assuming full load (100% utilization on all components). You can get extra connectors over the net for almost all branded PSU. Get them instead of replacing the PSU.

 

[JasonL265]

You are fine, the 960 requires a 400 watt power supply and the reference card only goes up to 120 watt i believe. As long as its a quality power supply you are good to go. And which card are you getting? the reference 2gb one should only require a 6 pin connector and the reference 4gb ones are normally one 8 pin connector

 

[elusivehyneman]

Okay,

Card is a; http://www.gigabyte.com/products/product-page.aspx?pid=5400#ov

It states on the main page 'System power supply requirement: 400W(with one 6-pin & one 8-pin external power connectors)'

Upon further research I have found my PSU to be an Oh so cheap 'Ace A-650BR' which is a little disappointing...

Any clue if alternate harnesses are available for this? Or should I feed this PSU to the dogs and replace it?

If so, modest recommendation with the correct harness anyone?

 

[AnPCtester]

The PSU is a cheapo fire hazard. Dispose of it and get one from This PSU Tier List. As your buying a new one I would suggest trying to get at least a tier 2.

A Tier 1 550W PSU with 80+ Gold

A Tier 2 550W PSU with 80+ Bronze

 

[elusivehyneman]

http://www.amazon.co.uk/XFX-Bronze-Wired-Power-Supply/dp/B0045L5LGI/ref=lh_ni_t?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A17AS5ETPMZ9A1

I got the next size up as it allows me to SLI in the future!

Thank you for the advice!!

 

[AnPCtester]

http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/huc/view.html?ie=UTF8&newItems=C1H7ZEO0X483LQ%2C1

I got the next size up as it allows me to SLI in the future!

Thank you for the advice!!

You linked to your shopping cart in amazon which I can't view. But as long as you've got at least a tier 2 PSU you're good to go. Happy gaming.

 

[elusivehyneman]

Link updated! Its an XFX 650W TS.

Thanks again.