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The video thoroughly examines the power supply requirements for gaming setups featuring NVIDIA’s RTX 3080 and RTX 3090 graphics cards. It addresses varying scenarios, from minimalistic builds with components like the Ryzen 3700x CPU to more demanding systems involving overclocked Ryzen 9 3900x, additional storage, and multiple cooling solutions. Through detailed power consumption calculations, the vlogger suggests that while a 650-watt power supply might suffice for a minimalist setup, a more prudent choice would be a 750-watt unit, especially when extra components are involved. However, for overclocked systems and to ensure overall stability, an 850-watt power supply is strongly recommended. Viewer engagement through comments is encouraged to share different power supply experiences.
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In this segment of the video, the host discusses the power supply requirements for RTX 3080 and RTX 3090 graphics cards. The video addresses common concerns about whether a 650-watt power supply is sufficient or if a higher-rated power supply is necessary. To determine this, the host uses a power supply calculating website and considers both a best-case scenario (RTX 3080 without overclocking) and a worst-case scenario (RTX 3090 with extensive overclocking and additional components). For the RTX 3080 build, they input specific components, such as an AMD Ryzen 3 700X CPU, two 8GB DDR4 modules, and three 1TB SSDs, among others. The calculation shows a load wattage of 202 watts (excluding the GPU), leading to a recommendation of a 252-watt power supply. When considering the additional 320 watts for the RTX 3080, the total recommended power supply is 572 watts, indicating that a 650-watt power supply should be sufficient.
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In this part of the video, the vlogger discusses power supply requirements for different computer builds. For a minimalist setup with a Ryzen 3700x and RTX 3080, a 650-watt power supply might suffice, though a 750-watt unit is recommended for those with multiple drives or water cooling. Seasonic advises using an 850-watt power supply for the RTX 3080/3090 to be safe. The vlogger then covers a more demanding build, with an overclocked Ryzen 9 3900x, additional storage, optical drives, and numerous fans, resulting in a calculated load of 437 watts. Considering potential high power draws of overclocked GPUs, an 850-watt power supply is suggested to ensure stability and handle peak loads.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses power supply recommendations for gaming setups with RTX 3080 or RTX 3090 graphics cards. They strongly advise using at least an 850-watt power supply for overclocking systems and 750 watts minimum for non-overclocked systems. If running a minimal system with an RTX 3080, a 650-watt power supply might suffice, but it’s suggested to use a power supply calculator specific to your components. The speaker concludes by encouraging viewers to share their thoughts on power supply requirements and to engage with the video content.