Is it time to upgrade my power supply?
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I just rebuilt my entire PC but kept my power supply unit (PSU), which is a 650 Watt Super Flower SF-650P14XE (HX) Golden Green model. I found out that it's from 2016, and now I'm using it with new hardware, including a 7800x3d CPU, RTX 5070 GPU, and 32GB of RAM. Should I be worried about the age of my PSU? Is it something I need to replace?
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Just to clarify, the PSU is definitely from 2016. I’ll take the advice and go for an 850W replacement. Thanks for the help!
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A 650W supply is a bit on the low side for that setup, but since yours is gold-rated, it might handle it. Just keep an eye on it and be ready to upgrade if you notice any issues.
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Given that it’s 9 years old, I would definitely recommend replacing it. PSUs can degrade over time, and a fresh one will give you peace of mind.
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While 650W should technically be enough for your CPU and GPU combination, the fact that your PSU is from 2016 makes it wise to consider getting a new one. A newer PSU will surely be more efficient.
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According to Nvidia, the RTX 5070 Founders Edition recommends a 650W PSU. Your PSU is known to be reliable, but since you’re rebuilding, it might be smart to upgrade to an 850W power supply just to be safe.
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