Hey everyone! I'm looking for recommendations on a UPS for my new high-end PC. According to PC Part Picker, it will draw about 902 watts. I'll be connecting my setup to a 4k QDOLED 240Hz monitor and the PC itself. I'm struggling to find a UPS that delivers 1200 watts without breaking the bank; I see a 1000-watt option for around $300, but I'm concerned it might not be sufficient in case of power issues. Any experiences or suggestions would be appreciated!
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Remember that just because your PC is estimated to use 902 watts, it won't actually pull that from the wall all the time. Factor in the PSU efficiency and add around 10% to be safe. The 1000-watt UPS for $300 seems reasonable; just make sure you’re not pushing your PC to the limit when the power goes out.
So if I’m mostly gaming at high settings, do you think 1000 watts will suffice?