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Opinion on PSU capability

Charlie98

Charlie98

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Pentium G3220 with a EVGA 560Ti 448 as a casual gamer rig, powered by a Corsair CX430M. I use it to run flight sims, and playing MW1/2, and BF2/3/4.

I've not experienced any system instability or BSOD, but I really haven't pushed it that hard, yet. Due to the limits of the CPU, I don't really need to OC the GPU, but if I do, it's nothing spectacular. I may swap the G3220 for an OC'able G3258, however...

I used one of those calculators and it came up with minimum of 414w PSU, which technically my PSU can handle... I'm just wondering if I need to upgrade the PSU? 😕
 
You're fine. I think you could even squeeze an i5 and 770 into that power budget but you would risk blowing the PSU. The problem comes from the quality of the PSU. I'm not sure on what ratings the CX series gets.
 
Bubbleawsome said:
You're fine. I think you could even squeeze an i5 and 770 into that power budget but you would risk blowing the PSU. The problem comes from the quality of the PSU. I'm not sure on what ratings the CX series gets.
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There is a lot of CX hate out there, but I believe it's a pretty solid budget PSU... the key is not to run it too hard (same with any PSU...) and that is the crux of my question. I have 2 other non-modular CX430's in service, they have both been 100%... but they don't see the load this one does.
 
That pentium might draw 60w max, plus 250w for the GPU. 🙂o) and you still have ~140w for everything else. It should be ok.
 
Approximately 350 ~ 400 W is required to power the existing setup.

The Corsair CX430M PSU has very good voltage regulation and excellent noise suppression. However, due to some components used there is a concern about this units long term reliability, especially if operated at or near it's maximum rating.

If overclocking, then definitely get a good quality and reliable PSU rated about 600W. Actually, it is recommended that this CX430M PSU be replaced anyway, even if not overclocking, because of (long term) reliability concerns.

Suggest look at other Corsair models, and SeaSonic, XFX, and EVGA brand of PSU's
 
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