Is a 500W Power Supply Enough for a Build with a 7500F and RTX 3080?
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I'm considering building a PC with a 7500F CPU and an RTX 3080 GPU. Would a 500W power supply be sufficient for this setup, or is that pushing it too far? Any advice would be appreciated!
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Honestly, a 500W supply might work if it's a high-quality one, but you're really playing with fire. Those power spikes from the 3080 can be significant, so I'd aim for something like a 750W PSU for reliability. Better to be safe than sorry!
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The 3080 is notorious for causing voltage peaks, so even if you think you can make it work with 500W, it’s just not worth the risk. Consider a PSU like the ASRock Pro 850G; it's budget-friendly and has a solid rating.
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Cutting it too close with 500W. If you want to avoid issues, definitely go for at least 750W. I've seen too many systems face problems because of insufficient power.
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No way, that's cutting it way too close. The RTX 3080 itself has a TDP of about 320W, so when you factor in the CPU and other components, you're almost maxing that 500W PSU. I really recommend upgrading to at least a 650W unit for peace of mind.
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For sure, I wouldn't go lower than 750W, especially given those transient spikes. Trust me, it's just asking for trouble to try and power a 3080 with only 500W. Get a 650W as a minimum, but really push for 750-850W for optimal performance.
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