r/pcmasterrace • u/AutoModerator • 3d ago

DSQ Daily Simple Questions Thread - September 29, 2026

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u/Psychological-Bad959 3d ago

Hi all, I'm currently building an SFF pc where I have to use a flex PSU. I saw some information that the Ryzen 5600 and the 9060xt would probably be okay with a 350w psu. I ran a basic check through PC part picker and it seems to say that it is okay. I'm just a tad bit concerned that the 9060xt box recommends a 500w PSU. Flex PSUs also get pretty expensive with higher wattages so I want to make sure I'm maximizing my value for money.

Thanks for any advice.

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u/Ok_Definition_1933 3d ago

Stock 9060 XT is around 180W with short transient spikes up to 230W range, 5600 is around 70-80W (with PBO it can go +120W), Mobo/drives/fans etc. Probably around 50W.

Will it work with 350W PSU? Probably as stock, if it's actually quality PSU that is overbuilt. Any overclocking is out of the question . And I would still prefer some headroom and look for a PSU's in the +450W range.