Getting New Video Card, But Psu Doesnt Meet Requirements
So I'm getting a new [url=http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814133542]video card[/url] but it requires a PSU of 300W
I have a PSU that at max it can supply 264W. Will I have to buy a new PSU to power it? Or will the video card just not run at its max power
September 30, 2015
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http://images10.newegg.com/BizIntell/tool/psucalc/index.html?name=Power-Supply-Wattage-Calculator Use this to find out the needed Wattage.
[quote=burning]You're likely to be fine. The 300 watt "requirement" is generous and is meant for users unfamiliar with the typical power draws of the parts in their computer.
The GeForce GT 730 1GB GDDR5 is rated for 25 watts typical draw power, which is not that much. It would be more of a concern if you performed other upgrades to your system - which you should mention.[/quote]
Its just the video card for now and thank you to the above posters Both comments were helpful thanks guys
You're likely to be fine. The 300 watt "requirement" is generous and is meant for users unfamiliar with the typical power draws of the parts in their computer.
The GeForce GT 730 1GB GDDR5 is rated for 25 watts typical draw power, which is not that much. It would be more of a concern if you performed other upgrades to your system - which you should mention.
Honestly, if they recommended 300W, and you've only got like 264, then you should reconsider buying it. It's either it won't work, or it doesn't perform very well.