Which PSU

Cairnsey · 23 Apr 2008 at 12:54

Hi

I'm after a new PSU for my main rig. I'm upgrading from my trusty old Enermax 365W as I may want to crossfire another HD card in the future. I've had two offers which I can't decide on: -

BNIB Zalman 600W HP - £65inc

OR

Used (5 months) ANTEC Quattro 1000W - £75

I know the Antec is a really good price, but, do I need that much power for a crossfire system or would it be wiser as it'll offer more future proofing?

mp260767 · 23 Apr 2008 at 13:00

tbh i wouldn't buy a used psu.

i'd go for corsair 520w, but out of those 2 i'd get the antec.

Chimerical · 23 Apr 2008 at 13:01

I'd be more tempted to go for the Brand New Zalman. No-one needs 1000W, plus by the time you do, your PSU will be so old that you'll upgrade it anyway. 600W is plenty for Crossfire. Are you using the 3870XT?

bayo000 · 23 Apr 2008 at 13:06

if you want modular
http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=CA-004-CS&groupid=701&catid=123&subcat=

if not
http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=CA-008-CS&groupid=701&catid=123&subcat=

future proofing? bit hard to say imo
i think that in bout a year time we'll see 350-400w psus running sli/crossfire as there's more and more preasure on manufucturers to make energy efficient parts so the power requirements will drop or at least stay the same

PhoenixUK · 23 Apr 2008 at 13:07

Thermlatek Toughpower 650. I've got the 750 one and it's best PSU i've ever had. It's so silent that when i first booted it up i thought it didnt start on and then went to check the cables ;S.

psychas · 23 Apr 2008 at 13:11

turbo cool 1000w

http://www.pcpower.com/power-supply/turbo-cool-1kw-sr.html

Single Huge Rail ! i have it its bit expensive but i dont to upgrade it anymore should last life time hopefully

gt_junkie · 23 Apr 2008 at 13:14

psychas said:
turbo cool 1000w

http://www.pcpower.com/power-supply/turbo-cool-1kw-sr.html

Single Huge Rail ! i have it its bit expensive but i dont to upgrade it anymore should last life time hopefully

How quiet is it?

gt

Cairnsey · 23 Apr 2008 at 15:15

Thinking I can't go wrong with either, both modular, both excellent specs, don't need 1000w however so went for the Zalman. Cheers guys.

Raco · 23 Apr 2008 at 15:25

Corsair TX 650W ATX2.2 SLi Compliant PSU This Week Only Offer
was £64.99 ex vat
£46.99
£55.21 inc VAT

By what ive read on these forums you cant go wrong with this psu.

Noob101 · 30 Apr 2008 at 16:17

Raco said:
Corsair TX 650W ATX2.2 SLi Compliant PSU This Week Only Offer
was £64.99 ex vat
£46.99
£55.21 inc VAT

By what ive read on these forums you cant go wrong with this psu.

whats up with this price? when I add it to my basket it comes up at full price £76ish...