PSU reccomendations

[Hieumungous]

Hi, I'm looking for a modular psu that will support a 4770k and a gtx 780 ti. I will be overclocking and maybe doing SLI in the future. Under 100$ is preferred.

 

[lehtv]

$ as in US dollars? Buying from newegg/amazon etc?

Cooler Master V850 $180 -$30 promo -$20 rebate = $130 AR AP

 

[nwo]

That's a pretty good deal for a gold modular PSU.

If you want something decent for under $100, I'd highly recommend the Corsair TX750 v2... It has a single 12v rail which not many (high output) PSUs under $100 have.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16817139021

A slight step down from that in quality and price would be the CX 750, which still offers the single 12v rail:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16817139040

 

[lehtv]

It has a single 12v rail

Why does that matter?

 

[nwo]

Why does that matter?

Just a matter of preference I guess... Then there's also this:

The only "problem" the occurs with multiple +12V rails is that when a +12V rail is overloaded (for example: more than 20A is being demanded from a rail set to only deliver up to 20A), the PSU shuts down. Since there are no "limits" on single +12V rail PSU's, you can not overload the rails and cause them to shut down..... unless you're using a "too-small" PSU in the first place. Single +12V rails do not have better voltage regulation, do not have better ripple filtering, etc. unless the PSU is better to begin with.

I prefer not having to think which cable belongs to which 12v rail.

 

[Hieumungous]

The power supplies you suggested look great, but I was looking for a modular one.

 

[_Rick_]

Enermax Revolution X't 530W ATX 2.4 (ERX530AWT) would be my suggestion.
While it only has a single 12V line, and therefore a higher risk of running 43amps through a not-quite-short, it's quite cheap, has detachable cables for the non-essentials, and plenty power for your rig, while running just under $100.
It comes with 5 year warranty too, at least in Europe, and is from a respectable brand.
It also has a 140mm fan, which should work out well for noise/thermals.

edit: AND it's reasonably sized, only 160mm long.

 

[TemjinGold]

OP wants to SLI 780s in the future...

 

[Charlie98]

For under $100 the SeaSonic made Corsair TX750v2 is a pretty good deal... no, it's not modular, but all you are going to have extra in a XF rig is maybe the Molex string. Fold it up, zip-tie it to the bottom of the case....

 

[_Rick_]

OP wants to SLI 780s in the future...

Then he should review his budget. The 730W version of the Enermax I suggested is an interesting pick though. The Revolution87 + 850 is also below $150, if you find some old stock.

Going below $100 dollar for a PSU that powers $1500-$2000 in other hardware is unwise.

 

[TemjinGold]

Then he should review his budget. The 730W version of the Enermax I suggested is an interesting pick though. The Revolution87 + 850 is also below $150, if you find some old stock.

Going below $100 dollar for a PSU that powers $1500-$2000 in other hardware is unwise.

Agreed. Under $100 for modular and that high for wattage and quality is not happening.

 

[Koslov_]

Seriously if you want a quality modular PSU for your needs, you'll have to pay a bit more unless there's a special hot deal somewhere. You could always buy a used one on the forum though or craiglist/classified

 

[McLovin42]

Agreed. Under $100 for modular and that high for wattage and quality is not happening.

Bullsh!t. I picked up my 850w XFX BEFX gold modular PSU for $95 after sale and rebates.

And the XFX 850w BEFX can be had right now for about $100-110 shipped after sales and rebates.

And just a heads up, this 850w XFX unit is a SEASONIC KM3 unit build. People who know PSU's know that the KM3 is one of the best PSU designs out there period.

 

[Tweakin]

Going below $100 dollar for a PSU that powers $1500-$2000 in other hardware is unwise.

+1

 

[Puffnstuff]

It never ceases to amaze me how people want to hook up all matter of high dollar equipment to a bargain basement ps. These are the same ones who scream bloody murder when it goes out and takes their components with it. On the other had if a person can score a quality ps on sale that's a great thing as well.