Yes the PSU is fine....

With that set-up I would recommend nothing lower then a 650W.

However, The next upgrade for your system should be a higher quality PSU.

If you are unaware low-quality PSUs can short and destroy all of your hardware(mobo,GPU,CPU,HDD,RAM....)

Best not to risk a nice computer on a low-quality PSU.

Our list of high quality PSUs can be found here: http://www.techsupportforum.com/forums/f210/power-supply-information-and-selection-192217.html

 

Ah, alright, well do you think my PC needs a PSU switch fast, or will it be ok for a couple more months? I just got this PSU so it seems like a waste of money to buy another one so quickly.

 

Its all up to you.

I personally had an OEM psu go out on me a few years back and it fried my HDD and I lost all my data....

No longer will I buy OEM computers nor will I buy low end PSUs. (I built my newest with a high-quality corsair PSU.)

It will function on the PSU, and more then likely it will be fine...

It's just that slim chance that something could go wrong that makes me cringe when I think about it :laugh:

What it comes down to is peace of mind and stability.

 

Alright, cheers. Guess I'll keep the PSU for a few more months until I get some cash laying around that I wouldn't mind using to get myself a CX-600.

 

Absolutely not. The PSU is very poor quality and I seriously doubt it is capable 720W. I would be more than hesitant to use it with Onboard Graphics and certainly not with a 5770 GPU. You need a good quality 650W minimum for the 5770.

 

A lot more direct then me... but I couldn't agree more.

 

since you are getting an upgrade for the Graphics card why not get a good quality PSU with it its like protecting your investment kinda thing

 

EXACTLY; if the budget doesnt permit a new PSU thats cool; put the new video card on the shelf until you can power it properly!

 

Really sorry to bump this, but I'm a little confused now. I've asked this question a couple more times on different boards, and even Yahoo answers to see what other people think. The majority of people are saying that it's okay, and that it is about a 550W PSU. I've did a little research and found that if I were to add the 5770, it'll calculate to around ~300W which seems more than enough. I'm very, very worried though that my hardware will die if I continue using this PSU, which is why I'm going to replace it. Before I do though, and 'waste' $50 , can someone give me a final word?

AC INPUT: 230V 50-60Hz 4A

DC OUTPUT: +3.3V +5V +12V1 +12V2 -12V +5Vsb
MAX.Amp: 20A 24A 24A 22A 0.8A 2.5A
TOTAL OUTPUT MAX : 720W

Apparantly that equals to about 550W

 

you need to add atleast 30% to the 550w so you should go for a 650w and it should be a good make of power supply such as corsair,xfx or seasonic.

 

Hmm, what do you think of this?
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I know, it's not 650, but it's Corsair.

 

Not enough power.
We do not recommend the CX or GS Series Corsair. They are OK but not the top quality of the rest of Corsair's (SeaSonic built) units.
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450 Watt or greater power supply with one 75W 6-pin PCI Express® power connectors recommended - AMD/ATI

430W is less than the recommended 450W PSU for the HD 5770.

I would suggest looking for a 550W from Seasonic or Corsair, if on a budget.

The Corsair 550VX springs to mind.

Some stats to consider:

 

it should be a 650w to give the system room to breath and account voltage spike etc. Plus you always add 30% to anything those wattage calculators say.

 

I would use nothing less than 650W.
450W + 30%= 585W.

 

HD5770 = 650w PSU (Good Quality)
Newegg.com - XFX Core Edition PRO650W (P1-650S-NLB9) 650W ATX12V 2.2 & ESP12V 2.91 SLI Ready CrossFire Ready 80 PLUS BRONZE Certified Active PFC Power Supply

 

Thanks for the info.

I made another thread on this subject to see what other people thought some hours ago, they think that it's more than enough though. I was dead set on buying it until I saw the new replies on this thread.

My horrible generic PSU - Overclock.net - Overclocking.net

I'm even more confused now :4-dontkno

 

Sorry but clearly those guys know NOTHING when it comes to PSU's, Power Requirements and Amp requirements. A HD6790 on a Corsair CX430w is madness!!! Have a look at the PSU's that some of those posters are using, the one has a terrible Chieftec brand, so clearly not qualified to make an informative suggestion on your PSU. Please read our Sticky and decide for yourself, ultimately it's your money and your system if you want to blow it or not. http://www.techsupportforum.com/forums/f210/power-supply-information-and-selection-192217.html

 

Just think of it in car and insurance
If ur driving a 50000 dollar car and you are only insured for 30000 is that smart or go for 100000 coverage and have piece of mind
All up to u ur money ur system so ur choice

 

I see.

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What do you think about them?

 

The "Builder Series - CX Model" and the "Gaming Series - GS Model" PSU's by Corsair are not recommended by us. The AX, TX, HX are recommended by us and are very good.

 

The CX and GS were marketed by Corsair to compete at the "bargain" level of the computer market, namely bulk buyers like Fry's / Best Buy / Comp USA etc etc etc that demand they buy cheap and sell cheap

sounds to me like you have yourself sold on an atrractive price tag; which is fine by all means. thats why Corsair made the decision to sell these lesser teir spec units in an effort to expand their volume of sales, if these are great units why the reduced warranty?

one only has to "force" themselves to be subjective and you will see the light thru the trees. Read some reviews on the video cards which you have an interest which give actual gaming benchmarks, then note the system specs which they used while doing this review. Most review sites are given engineering samples of computer components and when done they must return them or pay for them; you wont find any review sites risking to blow up anything using 430 watt units or bottom feeding power units :4-thatsba

We have given you our experienced advice; this thread has really been expended.

 

We have given you our experienced advice; this thread has really been expended.

I think that too. Going to keep my current PSU, and use the rest of the money I have to buy a 6770. If the PSU fails, I'll buy the GS-600. Should be the other way round, but eh, apparently the PSU will shutdown everything before it can blow itself up. Thanks.

 

What PSU are you getting? Low end PSU's DO NOT shutdown before failure. They will pass the current surge to all your other hardware. I just saw that your keeping your VERY LOW quality A-Power so be prepared to replace some hardware too when it fails trying to power your new graphics card.

 

GS-600.

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I know you guys don't recommend it but I'm on a budget here, so imo, it's the best I can get.

 

Here's a review of the GS-600. (Use Gtranslate)

 

Reviews aside, it is still not recommended by us. There should be an English review somewhere, GTranslate doesn't always work properly.

 

what do you guys think of the xfx550w then? Looks like the best psu in my price range that I can find ($70-$120AUD) Reviver did say that a 550w psu would be sufficient if I have a budget after all.

 

XFX is recommended but you'd need the 650w version I linked earlier on.

 

The XFX 550 is a top quality unit but, once again, you need to be at 650W.
http://www.techsupportforum.com/forums/f210/power-supply-information-and-selection-192217.html

 

Looks like I'll just shell out $40 more for a 650 then.

Cheers :grin:

 

where are you going to get a replacement motherboard or video card or hard drive or memory sticks of multiples of these for $40.00 ????? thats the lynch pin

when a clunker croaks its not a single death ......................:wink:

 

never believe reviews from sites that actually sell the equipment. do some reasearch on sites by people who know what they are talking about, like here.

 

As above, be it pro or con.
We have no affiliation with any product. All of the Team Members make suggestions based on knowledge and yrs. of experience and not on what we here/read.

 

Very well said. We have all seen the damage done by low quality power supplies. I only endorse quality PC parts that I know will work well together.

 

As above, be it pro or con. We have no affiliation with any product. All of the Team Members make suggestions based on knowledge and yrs. of experience and not on what we here/read.

Your/the team's expertise isn't being questioned here, the link was only offered as a reference. Nothing there endorsed the product in any way, be it my post or the review.

never believe reviews from sites that actually sell the equipment.

They don't sell or promote them. It's a technology site that does reviews and articles, just like the ones you're familiar with in English.

do some reasearch on sites by people who know what they are talking about, like here.

That's very thoughtful, thanks.

I only endorse quality PC parts that I know will work well together.

Again, the post wasn't "endorsing" the product.


@Seekism

Do let us know how it goes.

Cheers.