500W PSU for GTX 950?

I'm considering a build with a GTX 950 GPU and was wondering if a 500W PSU would be enough. Any advice?

A 500W PSU should work just fine for the GTX 950, as it only has a peak power consumption of 90W. However, you might want to consider adding a 100-150W buffer for other components and potential future upgrades.

That's true. I think it's always good to plan for the future with your hardware. But does anyone have any experience with specific brands they'd recommend?

Well, you might find this article helpful: Choosing the Best PSU for Nvidia's GeForce GTX 950 GPU. It talks about choosing a PSU for Nvidia's GeForce GTX 950 GPU based on power consumption and other factors.

That's super useful! Thanks for sharing, @MileHiMorrow. So the peak power consumption of the GTX 950 is 90W, but should I go for a 650W or a 1000W PSU to be safe?

A 650W PSU should be more than enough for your build with a GTX 950 GPU and a mid-tier CPU. Adding a 100-150W buffer should give you some flexibility for future upgrades.

Great, thanks @Coolairforceschedule! I'm also curious about efficiency ratings and cable management. Anything to consider there?

Sure! Higher-efficiency power supplies can save you money on electricity in the long run, so it's worth considering an 80 PLUS certified PSU. As for cable management, modular or semi-modular power supplies are great because they only provide the cables you need.

That's really helpful advice. I think I'm leaning towards a 650W PSU with good efficiency and a modular design. Any last tips?

Sounds like a good choice, @active911! Just make sure to check the compatibility of the PSU with your case and other components. Good luck with your build!

Yeah, best of luck with your build, @active911! Let us know how it goes.

Will do! Thanks again for all the help and advice everyone.