Choosing the perfect PSU for an RTX 5090?

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26/03/2025 2:48 am

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Considering the RTX 5090's high power consumption, is a 1000W PSU the minimum requirement? How do transient spikes and future upgrades factor into PSU selection for a stable system with a Ryzen 9950X3D or similar CPU? What resources, besides Tom's Hardware, aid this crucial decision?

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26/03/2025 8:03 am

michael_williams815

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1200W PSU is recommended.

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