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Most powerful power supply for an 8800 gt?

Discussion in 'PC hardware help' started by Magdylite, Oct 30, 2007.

  1. REAM

    REAM Guest

    a lot of reviews are saying the 8800GT cards with a C2D output under 250W. so wattage should be fine, but it only has 18A on the 12V rail, and the 8800GT is rated to have at least 26A... i dont think it will work, but nvidia and ATI, include other components when considering the wattage and Amperage.

    PS wattage is over rated. just because a PSU can use upto 500W, doesnt mean it will reach that. and cheap ones, could use upto 1000w from the mains to convert to the 500W needed. they are not efficient, and the Amps on the V12 rails are always bull
     
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    I only use something stupid like 18A on my 12V rail at full load, thats the CPU, Graphics cards, Hard disks, the lot. Nonetheless, that is 18A. If that's all the 430W thermaltake can manage, you may be pushing it.
     
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    thanks guys. i think i will try it with my psu and if id doesnt work right i will just order another one.
     
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    as i have said before a corair will easilly handle any rig fine
     
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    South Africa sucks when it comes to computer hardware...dont have that brand...
     
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    Hey but at least girls over there flash at cricket matches!
     
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    cant you get it imported?
     
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    never tried...dont think they import outside there country...Newegg doesn't...
     
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    Usually it takes a bit more effort than that. Organising an international courier to do it for you. Not cheap though, if I'm honest.
     
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    yes thats the problem...

    do you know any good International Couriers?...well of course, lower cost...
     
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