Power Supply for Intel Core i3-9350KF Build?

Started by SimpleMethodology on July 10, 2024

I'm building a system around the Intel Core i3-9350KF CPU and need some advice on choosing the best power supply. Can you guys give me any tips?

Solved by SimpleMethodology in post #4
Thanks, guys! I'll definitely check out that article Choosing the Best Power Supply for Intel's Core i3-9350KF CPU. The 80 PLUS Gold certification sounds important, so I'll make sure to look for that too.

I've built a couple of systems using that CPU before. I'd suggest considering the wattage based on your components, but also look for a PSU with an 80 PLUS Gold certification.

Great advice from @kajsaunicorn! Also, you might find this TechReviewer article Choosing the Best Power Supply for Intel's Core i3-9350KF CPU helpful in understanding how to choose the right power supply for your build. It covers everything from wattage requirements to efficiency ratings and more.

Thanks, guys! I'll definitely check out that article Choosing the Best Power Supply for Intel's Core i3-9350KF CPU. The 80 PLUS Gold certification sounds important, so I'll make sure to look for that too.

Solution

Don't forget about the additional power required for overclocking if you plan on doing that! It's always a good idea to have some extra headroom in your PSU.

@FreeCitoyen is right! Overclocking can really bump up the power consumption, so make sure you factor that into your calculations. I'd recommend adding an extra 50-100 watts just to be safe.

That's good to know. I'll keep that in mind as I plan my build. Thanks for all the help!