TechZ
May 20th, 2005, 06:12 AM
- The complexity and function of a PC power supply makes choosing a brand / model a very important and tough decision. High-end video cards (especially in SLI setups) require a lot of current and stable voltages (http://www.extremeoverclocking.com/articles/guides/Power_Supply_Guide_1.html) to operate properly. Many video cards are starting to use a dedicated power plug for additional 12V current. Processors also require a lot of current, and with dual-core chips appearing power consumption took a noticeable jump.