What type of power supply should I get for this pc? (on a tight budget) (around $80-$125)
1451507
I don't recommend this computer at all, my computer broke down in less then a month and it was because of the power supply. However, if you want to reconstruct this computer I don't recommend it either.
1451508
Check out the Corsair CX series. I got the Corsair CX600M from Newegg for ~$80 and it is a fantastic power supply.
1267168
You always want more power than what is suggested. It will run but will put extra wear in the 600w power supply. Took a fast look if you are spending this much on the graphics card take a look for yourself. You can find a decent 850w-1200w for under $300. I did see one under $100, when you can you want to double the power requirements.
1600423
The power supply should be at least 300 watt's. Make sure the +12 volt rail is rated for a minimum of 18 amps This is very important.
752466
Yes. A good quality 800w power supply would be enough. Just make sure your psu delivers at least 70A on the 12V rail.
1637542
Good morning. Yes the power supply you have mentioned will work just fine. Anything over 650w will work. You might want to consider a higher wattage if you are using more than two hard drives in the case.
1128250
A power suppuy with 600 watts will be enough, make sure it has 2 pci express of 4 and 8 pins, and remember to be sure its compatible with your motherboard
628057
Its a 500 watt power supply you could probably google it. It shouldnt have much effect espically if you are already running a desktop.
864978
I have a 850w power supply. A 650 will probably work. But like most things bigger is better and if you're gonna spend the money on a good card I would at least think about a bigger power supply. It's a great card though well worth the price.
1678994
I would get at least a 450 W PSU... preferably 600 W. I was running into issues with a 450 W, but upgrading to 650 solved all my issues.
817079
Would think this power supply should do the trick. My system is close to the one you describe and it does fine. Will let you know there is an info message about the fan on the power supply not running at low power moments but will kick in if the unit needs more power.
1179347
The 7850 is a power sipper - a 500w PSU would be fine unless you have a lot of other components that are using lots of power.
770916
I would get a big higher wattage on your place. There is a good tool from ASUS to calculate the approximate PSU power you will require for your system: http://support.asus.com/powersupply.aspx
634032
I agree with GEEZERBUTLER.. who could recommend a powerful + compatible + cheap power supply for this computer?/thanks
1447606
It would really depend on everything else in your system. If everything else pulls to much power, and there isn't enough for the video card, it will not preform as well and your power supply will wear out very quickly. I know from experience that too small of a power supply will burn out and need to be replaced. I would recommend at least a 500w.
1416480
I looked up that build and I don't know that the power supply is beefy enough, 250 or 300w is the size I found for it. 400w is the minimum for this card I believe. (mine is 450w and I have had no issues with the card at all.) I can't recommend it for you on that computer, because it would likely cause issues for you. Sorry. :/
1266444
Depends on what else you're running but, I would recommend at a minimum a 550 watt unit; 650 would probably be better; 850 if you want to future proof your computer. This all assumes you're using a desktop and not a laptop computer.
1618300
Yes, but you can also probably get away with less wattage if you don't have any graphics card with it, I would say look for a 250 watt power supply.