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Find your or Serial Number (usually on a sticker on the back or bottom of the PC).

To check the wattage of your power supply unit (PSU), the most reliable method is a physical inspection. Software tools typically cannot report the total rated capacity of a PSU because most units lack a data connection to the motherboard. 1. Check the Physical PSU Label (Best Method) check wattage of power supply

: You may need to remove the side panel of your computer case. Find your or Serial Number (usually on a

If you are checking your wattage because you want to buy a new GPU, remember: Typically requires 650W+ RTX 4080 / RX 7900 XTX: Typically requires 750W - 850W+ RTX 4090: Typically requires 850W - 1000W+ This tells you how much wattage your PC

If you cannot open the case, you can estimate your current power requirements using online tools. This tells you how much wattage your PC needs , not necessarily what the PSU is .

Note: If your case has a "PSU Shroud" (a metal cover hiding the bottom section), you might need to open the opposite side panel to see the label. 2. Look Up Your PC Model (For Pre-Built Users)