I'm building a new PC and planning to use the AMD Radeon RX 580 GPU. Can you recommend a good power supply unit (PSU) that would give me the best performance?
PSU for Best Performance With AMD RX 580?
Started by DiamondCutter1 on July 09, 2024
Hi @DiamondCutter1, I've been using the Thermaltake Toughpower GF3 Series 80+ Gold Full Modular ATX 3.0 PCIe Gen 5 Power Supply for my AMD RX 580 GPU, and it works great! The TechReviewer article Choosing the Best PSU for AMD's Radeon RX 580 GPU provides a good overview of this PSU. You might want to check it out.
That's really helpful, @Psycomedian. I appreciate your suggestion and the link you provided. Now I need to make sure I have enough power for my other components too. Any advice on that?
Hey @DiamondCutter1, based on TechReviewer's recommendations in their article Choosing the Best PSU for AMD's Radeon RX 580 GPU, you should consider a PSU with 750-1650 watts if you want top performance with your AMD RX 580 GPU. The peak power consumption of the RX 580 is 185 W, so make sure your PSU can handle that.
Thanks for the advice, @furiouspillows. I'll look into those PSUs. By the way, what about cable management? I want to ensure my PC remains well-ventilated and looks neat.
@DiamondCutter1, modular power supplies are a great choice when it comes to cable management. They allow you to connect only the cables you need, which keeps your system clean and improves airflow.
That's a good point, @Psycomedian. Also, don't forget that cable lengths can impact your build too. You'll want to ensure you have enough room to manage all the cables properly. A PSU with long cables might be better for large cases.
Thanks for all the tips, guys! I'll definitely look into modular power supplies and consider the cable length when choosing a PSU. Any other recommendations?
Hey @DiamondCutter1, just wanted to share my experience with the EVGA SuperNOVA G5 Series Fully Modular Power Supply (220-G5-0650-X1). It's a great mid-tier option for an AMD RX 580 GPU build, and I've been really happy with its performance.
@bcsilver, that's another excellent suggestion. The EVGA SuperNOVA G5 Series PSU is highly regarded in the community for its quality and performance. It's definitely worth considering.
Awesome! Thanks everyone for your help. I'll check out both the Thermaltake Toughpower GF3 Series and the EVGA SuperNOVA G5 Series. Appreciate your insights and recommendations!
You're welcome, @DiamondCutter1. Good luck with your new PC build! If you have any more questions, feel free to ask.