IS the 520 Watt OCZ modstream enough?

[RedBeard]

System:

CPU: Conroe E6600
MEM: 2gb G.Skill DDR2800
Mobo: DFI Infinity 975X/G
HDD: 2.5" 7200 rpm drive
HDD: WD3200KS (320gb, 16mb Cache, 7200rpm)
CASE: Antec Lanboy (2x 120mm)
SB Audigy

Video: ATI X1950XTX


For some light overclocking and just overall system stability, is the PSU strong enough? I know that the modstream is rated 28A on the 12V, whereas ATI recommends 30A.

If not, what PSU would you recomment for under $100?

 

[RallyMaster]

I'm pretty sure it'll be fine. If you're worried, get a Corsair HX520W or HX620W for security.

 

[Munky]

Ati recommendations are overestimated, 28A is plenty for that rig.

 

[CP5670]

I used that PSU on my X1900XTX (which uses slightly more power) for a few days while I was waiting for my normal one to be replaced. It will work fine.

 

[Boyo]

It should be more than enough to cover your bases.

 

[GalvanizedYankee]

Corsair HX520. http://www.jonnyguru.com/ > Reviews (you'll find it).

The buy = http://www.buy.com/ HX520 is $80AR @ Google check out w/free shipping.

The OCZ is crap compared to the Seasonic M12 based Corsair. :laugh:

 

[CP5670]

Oh, I thought he already it. The Corsair is indeed definitely a better choice if he needs to buy a new one.

 

[RallyMaster]

Originally posted by: GalvanizedYankee
Corsair HX520. http://www.jonnyguru.com/ > Reviews (you'll find it).

The buy = http://www.buy.com/ HX520 is $80AR @ Google check out w/free shipping.

The OCZ is crap compared to the Seasonic M12 based Corsair. :laugh:

I thought the Corsair was based on the S12 just with the modular function of a M12?

 

[GalvanizedYankee]

It's the M12 w/o the 60mm fan, afaik.

 

[RallyMaster]

Well then. Better for me.

 

[tylerdustin2008]

It should be fine. If you want a good PSU go with this, it is $.01 under $100 and free shipping!

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16817371002

 

[GalvanizedYankee]

Originally posted by: tylerdustin2008
It should be fine. If you want a good PSU go with this, it is $.01 under $100 and free shipping!

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16817371002

The TRIO is not even as good as Antec's old NeoHE series 😛

 

[Corporate Thug]

the OCZ is a fine PSU and it will hold up fine

 

[JCGhz]

Originally posted by: Corporate Thug
the OCZ is a fine PSU and it will hold up fine

agreed.. have one handling quite a bit more. Good PSU!

 

[Zebo]

Might as well buy a tagan or epower for half price if you're going to buy OCZ.

Corsair/

 

[Imyourzero]

I ran the 520w Modstream on my last system: X2 4400+, 1900XT, 4 SATA drives, 2 optical drives, etc. Stable as a rock. I was very happy with it and liked the modular design.

 

[RedBeard]

Ah. Thanks for all the replies. I am getting the ocz psu as part of a trade.

Is anyone using the ocz with a 8800? (Gts)