could I run a gtx 970?

[Ben9902]

My specs:

CPU: i5 3570k @3.40GHz

Motherboard: Asus p8z77-v LX

GPU: gtx 660

PSU: FSP Premium Grade 500W PSU

So can my specs run a gtx 970?

thanks in advance

 

[OverDrive]

I've just ordered a 970 to replace my 670 on my 3770k rig (Essentially the same CPU as yours but with HT).

 

[Ben9902]

Which one did you get because its so hard to find a non-OC'd one

 

[OverDrive]

I've gone for the Gigabyte G1, it's factory OCd, do you not want an OCd one?

Also, noticed you're running your 3570k at stock speed, do you ever OC it?

 

[Ben9902]

idk if my psu can handle OC'ing tbh but i was thinking of going for the MSI one?

and no i don't OC it... should I?

 

[Threepwood]

The 660 need 24A on the 12v rail, a 970 needs 28A so I can hear you ask youself, do I have an extra 4A on my PSU's 12v rail..?


Can you find a link to your PSU anywhere on the net? Or could you take a photo of your PSU? (the side that has the PSU's infomation on it.)

 

[Wilkeh]

Your PSU will be fine. 970's use next to no power!

 

[OverDrive]

and no i don't OC it... should I?

I would say yes, K series CPUs are designed for OCing. Don't do it with the OEM Intel fan/cooler though.

Someone else here should be able to advise on your PSU for OCing.

 

[Ben9902]

I would say yes, K series CPUs are designed for OCing. Don't do it with the OEM Intel fan/cooler though.

Someone else here should be able to advise on your PSU for OCing.

Alright cheers bro

 

[sjpt4x]

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if you get us the model number from the sticker on the side of the PSU that would be better help as that link does not have any specs on it

 

[Threepwood]

My googleFu is weak today, thanks but I still can't find this PSU's specs online anywhere.

Just need to know if it has a single 12v rail or multiple rails... and the corresponding max Amps that they can take.

Need to read the info on the actual PSU mate.

 

[sjpt4x]

If it is the one you have just linked to, then you should be fine with a GTX 970 as it provides 39A on a single rail.

 

[Ben9902]

If it is the one you have just linked to, then you should be fine with a GTX 970 as it provides 39A on a single rail.

sorry mate, just had a look and it looks to be this one! http://www.xigmatek.com/product.php?productid=179&type=feature

 

[Threepwood]

But that one has two 12v rails, one at 19A and one at 18A!

So I doubt it is that one! The OCP (over current protection) would be kicking in with your current card.

When you get home just have a look.... it is pretty easy to tell. Thinking about it now, your one probably does have only one rail with enough amps on it... if a dual rail 12v 500w is around 19/18A on each rail.

But, it is best to be totally sure and have a look on your actualy psu.

 

[Ben9902]

But that one has two 12v rails, one at 19A and one at 18A!

So I doubt it is that one! The OCP (over current protection) would be kicking in with your current card.

When you get home just have a look.... it is pretty easy to tell. Thinking about it now, your one probably does have only one rail with enough amps on it... if a dual rail 12v 500w is around 19/18A on each rail.

But, it is best to be totally sure and have a look on your actualy psu.

What this one? http://www.xigmatek.com/product.php?productid=179&type=feature