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    Will this PSU be ok?

    A mate is trying to get together some parts to build a cheap PC that can do some light gaming.

    For a PSU, what are the general feelings about the XClio X14 GreatPower 750W?
    http://www.xclio.com/products/produc...great-750w.htm

    The basic specs of the machine are:
    Q6600 @ 3.2GHz (probably)
    ABit IP35 Pro
    4GB Corsair XMS2
    Graphics card of some description (possibly a 4870x2 or perhaps something around the 6870/460/560 mark)
    DVD Drive
    HDD (or 2)
    Case fans

    Will that PSU be ok or is it a risk?

    Thanks.

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    Re: Will this PSU be ok?

    That's a bad match - the wattage rating is way too high, meaning the PSU will be running inefficiently at usual loads and thus generating more heat. Having only 2x6pin PCI-E connectors is a bit limiting as well (you couldn't use a 4870X2 for example).

    Go for a ~550-600W supply from a good make that supplies well on the 12V rails if going for a 4870X2, if going for a 560 or 6870 then you only need 420W or so for plenty of headroom.

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    Re: Will this PSU be ok?

    I should probably have pointed out that I currently have the XClio PSU spare and was gonna let him have it cheap.

    I hadn't thought about the 8-pin PCI-e power cable thing though.

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    Re: Will this PSU be ok?

    Do u really need a 750w PSU? The higher voltage is not meaning higher performance. Trying to find a stable one around 650w PSU might be a better choice.

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    Re: Will this PSU be ok?

    Quote Originally Posted by xiaogray View Post
    Do u really need a 750w PSU? The higher voltage is not meaning higher performance. Trying to find a stable one around 650w PSU might be a better choice.
    I agree with above, a high quality 650W would be more than enough, you'd be able to crossfire with a 6870 as well in the future.

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    Re: Will this PSU be ok?

    I don't know about other people but I only go for trusted brands, like Corsair etc.. Had a neighbour go cheap on 2 builds with the psu (£20 from maplin + £35 from maplin), both messed up his motherboard and blew capacitors, it's not worth the hassle! Cut back on other things and get your main parts as good quality as possible.

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    Re: Will this PSU be ok?

    Here is a review of that PSU:
    http://www.pcper.com/reviews/Cases-a...-Supply-Review

    I will read it later if anyone wants an analysis. But being built by CWT means that it is not that likely to blow up capacitors on the motherboard.

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    Re: Will this PSU be ok?

    I'd upgrade slightly,go for a lower wattage(600/650)unit from Corsair,the hx or tx models are cheap.I say this because the 7 year warranty and Corsairs reliability,plus if something does go wrong thier RMA service is outstanding.

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    Re: Will this PSU be ok?

    I'd avoid that brand of psu, stick with a quality branded one.

    This is one component you mustn't skimp on, you don't want it to damage other components if it fails.

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    Re: Will this PSU be ok?

    No listed rail amp break down, but by the number of cables I'd guess it's an old FSP epsilon, serviceable but not brilliant and not up to the stated wattage while remaining within ATX spec (they'd put out a lot of noise on the 12v as the power demand increased)

    Actually after a little digging it's a CWT unit and looks better than a FSP epsilion review here http://www.pcper.com/reviews/Cases-a...&aid=275&pid=2 not the best of reviews but the only one I can find.

    But being built by CWT means that it is not that likely to blow up capacitors on the motherboard.
    unfortunately that's not true, CWT do make some good high quality units, but they've been know to put out some right cheap rubbish too.
    Some of the old cheap low end thermaltake psu's, which where made by CWT, where well known for taking components with them.
    If the brand company wants very cheap units then CWT will happily cut so many corners that I'm surprised the pcb's aren't circular.

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    Re: Will this PSU be ok?

    Quote Originally Posted by Pob255 View Post
    ... CWT .. 've been know to put out some right cheap rubbish too.
    Very true this - I have a 300W CWT PSU kicking around that feels like it's got tissue paper inside, no weight to it at all: that's generally a very bad sign in a PSU. And that's one they've actually put their own name to - I hate to think of the rubbish they could turn out if it's another company that'll be taking the bad press...

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