I've been researching power supplies for my new computer build, and I was wondering if a Thermaltake ToughPower PSU would be sufficient for an Intel Core i3-13100 CPU. Any thoughts on this?
Thermaltake ToughPower PSU Enough for Intel Core i3-13100?
Started by mmmpigood on June 10, 2024
According to TechReviewer's article Choosing the Best Power Supply for Intel's Core i3-13100 CPU, the recommended wattage range for the Intel Core i3-13100 is between 750-1650 watts, so a Thermaltake ToughPower PSU should be more than enough.
Thanks for the info! I appreciate it. Just out of curiosity, what are some other PSUs that people recommend?
I've heard good things about the EVGA SuperNOVA G5 Series and Corsair SF Power Supplies. They offer a variety of wattages to choose from.
Both those brands have great reputations. I recently built a PC with an i3-13100 CPU, and I used a Thermaltake ToughPower PSU without any issues. It's been working well for me so far.
just wanted to chime in here. In my experience, adding a buffer of 100-150 watts is always a good idea when choosing your PSU. This way you'll have room for future upgrades and additional components.
I agree with @Booshie317. It's better to err on the side of caution and have more power capacity than you think you'll need.
Great advice! So, I should go with a 750-1650 watt Thermaltake ToughPower PSU or try something else like EVGA SuperNOVA G5 or Corsair SF?
I don't see any problem with going for the Thermaltake ToughPower PSU. The TechReviewer article Choosing the Best Power Supply for Intel's Core i3-13100 CPU suggests it should be sufficient for your CPU.
Alright, I'll go ahead and order a 750-1650 watt Thermaltake ToughPower PSU. Thanks for all the input!
@mmmpigood, good choice! Let us know how it works out for you once you've set up your system.
I hope your build goes smoothly, @mmmpigood! If you have any questions or run into any issues, feel free to ask. We're here to help!