I just ordered my PC build and decided to go for the RM1000x power supply instead of the RM850x. I noticed that Power Color, the manufacturer of my graphics card (the Red Devil 9070XT), recommends a minimum of 900W PSU. I'm not sure if that's necessary, but I didn't want to risk running out of power later, so I chose the higher wattage for peace of mind. According to PC Part Picker, my total power draw should be around 565W, but I might consider overclocking, which could increase the demand. Did I make a mistake by opting for such a high wattage PSU?
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Nope, you did the right thing! Power supplies are designed to regulate the amount of energy your system needs, so having a higher wattage one won’t cause any issues. In fact, it's actually better for efficiency to have a PSU that runs closer to 50% of its capacity.
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