Is 450W enough

Discussion in 'Power Supplies and UPS's' started by cloud17, Jun 20, 2007.

  1. cloud17

    cloud17 Geek Trainee

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    i was wondaring if a 450w power supply is ok if i upgrade from what i have to.
    its a EZ cool

    Q6600
    2gb drr2 667 RAM
    8800 gts/gtx
    5 fans
    harddrive and cd/dvd drive
     
    cloud17, Jun 20, 2007
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  2. donkey42

    donkey42 plank

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    that just depends, what PSU model, as some 300W PSUs are better than some 500W PSUs, EZ cool are a decent brand, however, PSUs can only supply a percentage of the quoted PSU rating

    BTW: it will probably say the % on the PSU or on an online review, what model is the PSU ?
     
    donkey42, Jun 20, 2007
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  3. Big B

    Big B HWF Godfather

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    Wattage doesn't mean much. For the 8800's, nVidia's requirements include 30A on the 12V rail (or via combination when using multiple +12V).
     
    Big B, Jun 23, 2007
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