Hey there! I'm in the market for a reliable UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) for my gaming setup. I have an AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D processor and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 graphics card. I want to ensure I have enough time to save my work and shut down safely during a power outage. It's also crucial that the UPS can handle automatic, graceful shutdowns when the battery gets low, especially since I might be away from home. I don't need to keep gaming during long outages; I just want to prevent crashes and data corruption.
Here are my PC specs:
- CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D
- GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 (10 GB)
- RAM: 32 GB DDR5-6000
- Storage: multiple NVMe SSDs + 6 TB HDD
- Monitors: 2 x 27-32" 1440p IPS
- PSU: Montech Century 850W 80 Plus
Ideally, I'm looking to spend around $150, but I can stretch a bit for a significantly better option. I noticed there's a UPS sale at Woot today, so if I can snag a great deal there, that would be fantastic! Thanks for any suggestions!
2 Answers
Is it alright if the UPS has a stepped or simulated sine wave output? I've heard that full sine wave is preferred, but I’m not sure how much that matters for a gaming PC.
I recommend the APC Back-UPS Pro 1500VA. It's a solid unit with 900W capacity and features like AVR and an LCD display. It usually costs around $190 on Amazon, but it’s worth the investment for your setup. Just remember, VA doesn’t equal Watts directly, so check the specs carefully!
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