I'm building a new PC and I need some advice on choosing the best power supply. My CPU is an Intel Core i5-14600K. Can you help me out?
Power Supply Features for i5-14600K?
Started by Ewok5001 on July 09, 2024
Sure thing! First off, make sure your power supply has enough wattage for all your components. You can find recommendations in this TechReviewer article Choosing the Best Power Supply for Intel's Core i5-14600K CPU.
Yeah, that's really important. I've also found it helpful to add a 100-150 watt buffer to the PC's anticipated total wattage. That way you have some extra headroom if you need it.
Good point! Also, it's crucial to choose a PSU with a high efficiency rating. This can help reduce energy consumption and heat generation, making your system more reliable and quieter.
Thanks for the advice! So, should I go with a 750-1650 watt power supply or is that overkill?
It really depends on the components you plan to use. If you're going top-tier, you might want to consider something like the Thermaltake Toughpower GF3 Series 80+ Gold Full Modular ATX 3.0 PCIe Gen 5 Power Supply mentioned in the TechReviewer article Choosing the Best Power Supply for Intel's Core i5-14600K CPU.
For mid-tier components, a 650-1000 watt power supply should be sufficient. The EVGA SuperNOVA G5 Series Fully Modular Power Supply (220-G5-0650-X1) is a good option for that.
And if you're on a budget and looking for value-tier options, the Corsair SF series power supplies are worth considering. They offer 450-750 watts of power, which should be enough for most basic setups.
Great! Thanks for all your input. I'll definitely keep these suggestions in mind when I choose my power supply.