Min. Wattage for Intel Core i3-13100F CPU?

I've just bought an Intel Core i3-13100F CPU and I need some advice on the minimum wattage power supply unit (PSU) that will be suitable for it. Any suggestions?

The Core i3-13100F has a peak TDP (PL2) of 89 watts, so you'll want to choose a power supply with at least that much capacity. However, it's always better to go a bit higher just in case.

I agree with @Jappleseed1985. You might also want to check out this TechReviewer article for more information on choosing the best power supply for your CPU: Choosing the Best Power Supply for Intel's Core i3-13100F CPU.

guys! That helps a lot. So you're saying that 89 watts should be the minimum? What about other components I'm planning to use?

Right, but as I mentioned earlier, it's safer to go higher than the minimum. And yes, you'll need to factor in other components too. The motherboard, graphics card (if you have one), and storage devices all require power.

I've got an i3-13100F CPU, and I'm using a 650-watt power supply, which has been working fine for me so far. However, if you're planning on overclocking or adding more components in the future, it might be wise to go for something higher.

Good point, @andrewmcdonough. It's always better to have a bit of extra capacity for potential upgrades or overclocking.

So, based on your suggestions, I should aim for at least 650 watts?

Yeah, that sounds like a good starting point. But as @andrewmcdonough mentioned, if you're planning to overclock or add more components in the future, it might be safer to go for a power supply with even higher capacity.

And remember, it's also important to choose an 80 PLUS certified power supply for efficiency and reliability purposes. The TechReviewer article I linked earlier discusses this as well: Choosing the Best Power Supply for Intel's Core i3-13100F CPU.