silky Posted August 25, 2014 Report Posted August 25, 2014 hi everyone I'm building a new pc can any one help i've got a level 10 gts mid case will a sabertooth Z97 mk1 and a radeon R90 290 fit into the case also I will I need a CPU cooling fan what power supply do you think I need and will I be able to connect the 2 top, 1 rear exhaust fans plus 1 front and side intake to the power supply any help would be a grate help thanks ken Quote
dO_ob Posted August 26, 2014 Report Posted August 26, 2014 Hi Silky, i actually posted a tool on the forums where you can check how much power your components suck out of the wall the tool can be found on this thread in all honestly i recommend something a little higher than what the calculator says, also gives you more room for future upgrades Do you have any pics you can share with us on the build so far? Tt Andy 1 Quote
Representtexas Posted August 26, 2014 Report Posted August 26, 2014 I have a PSU chart that I created too..it's below. 1) Always buy the biggest (at least Gold rated) PSU you can afford!!!! 2) See step one.Has always worked out well for me. Quote
Tt Marco Posted August 26, 2014 Report Posted August 26, 2014 Hi Ken, Base on the components you provided, total wattage is around 427 watttge by using PSU wattage calculator tool (d0_ob recommended ) After reading some articles of "Pick the Right Wattage Power Supply", Advised to build a PSU reaches initial load about 50% ~ 60% of a PSU's capacity in order to achieve maximum efficiency, extend PSU life and space for future expansion. Recommend PSU wattage arond 850W and above. Although the higher wattage the better, but the cost is higher also. It really depends on your budget. Wish we do help on selecting Your Ideal PSU Quote
silky Posted August 28, 2014 Author Report Posted August 28, 2014 thank you all for your replies its nice to see that you are willing to help others like myself thanks again Tt Andy 1 Quote
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