powersupply

[maddogsdhs]

i just ordered a new case and it includes an antec 350watt power supply. A good psu, to be sure. However, I am a little worried about whether it will be sufficient.
planning on running the following:
xp2600+
512mb RAM
9800pro
2x 120mm case fans
dvdrw
dvdrom
sblive 5.1

i am seriously considering a 420watt psu from thermaltake.
what does everyone think? will 350 handle it, or should i buy the 420watt?

thanks!
jeff oldson

 

[sithspawn]

the wattage is fine. Make sure(it will say on the side of the PSU) that it supports at least 15A on the +12v rail. If so then it will definately be more than okay.

 

[maddogsdhs]

ok, its 16..... so running the power hungry 9800pro will be fine?

thanks for your help,
jeff

 

[sithspawn]

Yeah it will be fine. If you add up all your specs bar the video card, it comes to a total of like 271 watts. This leaves 80 for your vid card (not likely) and plus your vid card runs on the +3.3v rail (which offers more than enough current, even on budget PSU).

However if you have the money to blow and want to be 500% safe, then get the other PSU. It isnt necessary thou.

 

[didi]

Better to get an addition PSU cosz your need a lots of power for your AGP card n you have plenty of hardwares attached.

 

[rakesh_1024]

Get a higher wattage PSU if u plan to overclock.