Video card PSU draw

[Dorkenstein]

Does a 5870 draw more or less power than a GTX 285 SSC? I need to know so I can buy a greater psu than 750w (which is what I have now). From what I can tell, I'm using most of my wattage with a Q9550 @ 3.6 and my other components. Thanks.

 

[happy medium]

No , your psu should be just fine.
What model is it? If its a Corsair 750 like mine it will handle 2 5870's

I have a q9550 @ 3.6 also.

 

[Dorkenstein]

Silverstone Decathlon modular 750w. Had it for a couple years. I don't mind replacing it but if it's fine I'll just keep it.

 

[tweakboy]

Calm down there lol, your system load would be 380 to 450watts. Im talking from seeing the charts. Soo your PSU is fine my friend, as long as it has 2 rails or more.. gl

 

[Dorkenstein]

That's good news, thanks! I haven't decided on what other parts I want to get, but the video card is going to be one of them.

 

[happy medium]

60 amp 12v rail,over 80% efficiency, 4 ,6 pin pci-e conectors.
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You could power 2 5780's