what PSU should I get?

[One4yu2c]

Originally Posted by Lead Head

Well, where is that 600watt OCZ PSU, like what retailler

450Watt Fortron, $51

For the clickingly challenged, the 600w OCZ I linked goes to Monarch Computer, the same vendor I purchased my Powerstream from.

As for the comparision I was looking for, the above is short of what I requested by 150w, two more +12V rails, and an active PFC. ;)

[One4yu2c]

Originally Posted by Volkensmeer

I am finally getting paid next month, and am looking at what i want to get. I am planning to buy everything on the budget recomendation from hL(thanks!), except i will get the 7900 GT...

Are you also purchasing the Antec Sonata II case that appears on our Budget Recommendation list? If so, keep in mind that it's bundled with an Antec 450w unit, which even with the 7900GT thrown into the mix, should be sufficient.

If not, or if you simply want a different PSU, I suppose we should throw out a list of specific units. Listed in order of ascending price (including shipping), here's a list of at or above 500w units:

• Antec TPII 550w - $80 (after $10 MIR)
  Enermax EG565P-FMA 535w - $87
  Antec NeoHE Modular 500w - $93 (I'm personally distrusting of the NeoHE series)
  Fortron Source 500w - $96
  OCZ GameXstream 600w - $101 (after $10 MIR)
  Enermax Liberty Modular 500w - $105
  Sparkle 550w - $108
  Seasonic S12-500 500w - $140

As mentioned, the 450w bundled unit should be sufficient, as would most name-brand units of similar size at fairly attractive pricing. If going with a separate unit, however, I'd look at 500-550w as the sweet spot for a modern build if the budget allows. Any of the above would suit your rig just fine, with juice to spare.

[Volkensmeer]

Thanks a lot you guys, i will take into considerationa ll you have said, and look at all these PSU's and post what i think I may do, and If what i do is completely retareded, please let me know. :). Thanks.