I currently have an RX 5600 XT, a Ryzen 5 5600, a B550M-A motherboard, 16GB of DDR4 RAM, a 500GB NVMe SSD, and a 250GB SSD. I'm planning to upgrade to a better GPU in the future, likely a B580 or a 7800 XT. I'm considering the MSI A850GL 80+ Gold PSU because it's reasonably priced, highly rated, and has enough wattage for my needs. My budget is around €100 or a bit more (considering Lithuanian pricing). Is 850W a good choice for my setup?
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Even with future upgrades in mind, your max power consumption is only about 320W right now. If you upgrade to a 7800 XT, you'd still only be using around 425W! A solid 600W PSU would suit you just fine.
It's definitely more power than you need right now, but it's better than getting a smaller PSU and having to replace it later when you upgrade.
You're good with 850W. If you're looking for quality, I'd recommend checking out the Super Flower Leadex line. The Leadex VII 850 is a solid choice if you want something really reliable.
Honestly, 850W is overkill for your current setup, but it might be a good idea for future-proofing. With how GPU upgrades go, it would save you from having to redo all the cable management again.
850W is more than enough for your build. You can use tools like PC Parts Picker to check estimated wattage and calculate needed headroom. It's a smart move to get a bit extra just in case.
I totally agree! I'm trying to future-proof too. PSUs are one of those components you don't need to replace often. My rig needed some upgrades after I bought it as well.