Components

Power Supplies

Size a power supply from the GPU and CPU you will run, then check the connectors and the space in your case. These guides compare PSUs by wattage, form factor and GPU pairing.

75 buying guides and 6 explainers.

What to check first

  1. 01

    Total wattage with headroom for your GPU and CPU

  2. 02

    Native 12V-2x6 (12VHPWR) cable or the 8-pin count your GPU needs

  3. 03

    PSU length and form factor (ATX or SFX) against your case

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Components · Buying Guide

The Best Gaming PC PSUs

Size the PSU to your graphics card's recommendation; every pick here has a 12V-2x6 cable.

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Components · Buying Guide

The Best Quiet Power Supplies

A power supply is quietest when its fan can stop at idle and light gaming loads.

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Components · Buying Guide

The Best PSUs Under $100

Under $100, reputable PSUs reach 750-850W Gold.

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Components · Buying Guide

The Best PSUs Under $150

Between $100 and $150, PSUs add higher wattage, better fans and longer warranties.

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