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    Power Supply Buying Guide for August 2010

    The prices below are approximate price. There can be a little change in the price mentioned below depending on the market conditions. Power of modern computer systems increases with indescribable speed. Additional graphics, top-end CPUs, hard drives all of this hangs an additional burden on the power subsystem. Well, not yet rising electricity prices, while not knock out the noise of traffic jams all over the house, an enthusiast can relax and benefit from its magnificence pleasure. With a capacity of PCs is growing and output power supplies. What is 500 or 700 watts in the modern sense. The most demanding users and their computers devoted hungry demanding power supply from a kilowatt or more.

    Perhaps all the computer power supply units can be divided into two types: those that are already installed in computers and those who only wait for their turn in the dusty warehouses or bright shop windows. And the difference between these two types of PD is much more than it seems. Why? Because the power supply already installed on your computer, you do not. You cannot imagine what power he has, how well it works, and indeed, as it looks. Most likely, the user just bought a computer, without going into the question of what there is power supply. And if the sellers were caught negligent, it is quite possible they did not think that the power supply operates in overload, resulting in too hot and can fail at any moment.

    If you plan to upgrade your computer if you are tired of the power supply is heated a frying pan, then you have to do the choice of power supply. And then you will get just their second type, which, as it turns out, are different. In this category of power supplies with the same capacity can vary in price in two or more times, and it is in this category is great chance to buy a great product, and plunge into low-quality Chinese creation. In this article we look at the differences between expensive power supplies of cheap, and why you should choose expensive models.

    Under the type of device we mean variant compounds. Recently, many manufacturers introduced into every line of power supplies Removable trains and lines. Regarding the reasonableness of this approach there are different opinions, but does not indicate it would be a big omission. Kilowatt blocks much stouter, and therefore does not interfere, and information about the size of the shell. Otherwise, everything remained as before - with regard to this testing methodology. After inspection of circuit features, design and cooling, we move directly to the experiment.

    Price List for PSU:]

    Price List based On Company:

    CORSAIR

    • CX400W – 2,850
    • VX450W – 3950
    • VX550W – 5700
    • TX650W – 6700
    • HX620W – 7650

    COOLER MASTER

    Silent Pro Modular Range

    • M500 – 5,900
    • M600 – 6,900
    • M700 – 8,000

    Extreme power plus Range (Recommended for Gaming PC)

    • 390W – 1,800
    • 460W – 2,400
    • 500W – 2,800
    • 600W – 3,400
    • 650W – 4,200

    Real Power Pro Range

    • 460W – 3,705
    • 550W – 5,400
    • 650W – 6,500
    • 750W – 8,100
    • 850W – 9,900
    • 1000W – 13,000
    • 1200W – 15,000

    Price List based on Power:

    400w or below:
    • FSP Saga II 400w - 2,000
    • FSP Blue Storm Pro 350w – 2,200
    • FSP Saga II 350w – 1500
    • FSP Everest 400w – 4,300
    • FSP Blue Storm Pro 400w – 3100

    Between 400w & 600w:
    • Gigabyte 460W – 2,150
    • FSP Saga II 500W – 2,550
    • FSP Blue Storm Pro 500W – 3,550
    • FSP Epsilon 450W – 3,900
    • FSP Epsilon 500W – 4,400
    • FSP Everest 500W – 4,800
    • FSP Epsilon 600W – 4,900
    • FSP Everest 600W– 5,300
    • Tagan TG-500-U37 Max Power Upto 600W ATX – 3,050
    • Tagan TG-600-U37 Max Power Upto 700W ATX – 4,150

    Between 600w & 800w:
    • FSP Epsilon 700W - 5,800
    • FSP Everest 700W - 6,000
    • FSP Everest 800W - 7,000

    Between 800w & 1000w:
    • FSP Everest 900W - 7,800
    • FSP Everest 1010W - 8,200
    • CORSAIR 1000W ATX12V 2.2 SLI / CrossFire Ready 80 PLUS SMPS - 14,150

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    Recommended PSU as per System Configuration:

    The below power supply are recommended as per the range of system you buy. That means from entry level to high end systems. So you can add one of those for your system.

    Entry Level:
    • Enermax Pro82+ 385w
    • Enermax Pro82+ 425w
    • Corsair VX450w
    • Seasonic S12II 330
    • Seasonic S12II 380
    • Seasonic S12II 330w
    • Seasonic SS-301HT 300w
    • Corsair VS450W 450w

    Medium Range:
    • Enermax Pro82+
    • Enermax Modu82+
    • Enermax Pro82 525w
    • Cooler
    • Master Silent Pro 500w
    • Corsair CMPSU-520HX 520w
    • Antec Signature 650w
    • Antec Neopower Blue 650w

    High Configuration:
    • PC Power & Cooling Turbo Cool 860w
    • OCZ EliteXStream 800w
    • Silverstone Decathlon 700w
    • Corsair HX1000w
    • Antec Signature 850w
    • Zalman ZM850-HP 850w
    • PC Power Silencer 750 Quad 750w

    Recommended:
    • Antec EarthWatts 650W
    • Antec 850W-CP
    • Enermax Revolution 85 + 1050w

    OCZ PSU for all systems:

    I am here listing some power supply by OCZ. They are one of most recommended PSU units.

    Ultra Quiet Power Supplies from PC Power & Cooling (Price Range from 8000 and higher)


    Silencer Mk II 950W
    • 950W Continuous @ 50C
    • Up to 90% (10dB) Less Noise per Watt
    • 135mm double ball-bearing fan
    • 80+ Silver at 88% Efficiency
    • 7-year warranty


    Silencer Mk II 750W
    • 750W Continuous @ 50C
    • Up to 90% (10dB) Less Noise per Watt
    • 135mm double ball-bearing fan
    • 80+ Silver at 88% Efficiency
    • 7-year warranty


    Silencer Mk II 650W
    • 650W Continuous @ 50C
    • Dual-GPU Ready
    • 80+Silver Certified (88% Efficiency)
    • 135mm double ball-bearing fan

    Silencer Mk II 500W
    • 500W Continuous @ 45C
    • Up to 90% (10dB) Less Noise per Watt
    • 135mm double ball-bearing fan
    • 80+ Bronze at 85% Efficiency


    Maximum-Performance

    Turbo-Cool 860
    • 860W Continuous (930W peak) @ 50°C
    • 200,000 hour MTBF
    • Super-Tight Regulation (1.5%)


    COLLER MASTER PSU UNITS FOR DIFFERENT SYSTEMS

    300w – 400w


    eXtreme Power Plus 390W
    • Compliance with the newest Intel standard ATX 12V V2.3
    • More than 70% efficiency at typical load operation
    • High reliability (MTBF > 100,000 hrs)
    • Green power design to meet energy star and blue angel requirements
    • Multiple protection design(OVP/OCP/OPP/SCP)
    • Two-year warranty


    eXtreme Power Plus 350W
    • Compliance with the newest Intel standard ATX 12V V2.3
    • More than 70% efficiency at typical load operation
    • High reliability (MTBF > 100,000 hrs)
    • Green design to meet Energy Star and Blue Angel requirements
    • Silent operation with intelligent fan speed control
    • Multiple protection design(OVP/ UVP /OPP/SCP / OLP)
    • Support dual +12V1 and +12V2 outputs for higher power usage
    • One 8 pin +12V CPU connector for high-end CPU
    • Two-year warranty



    Real Power Pro 360W
    • Compliant with newest Intel standard ATX12V V2.31
    • Support dual +12V1 and +12V2 outputs for higher power usage
    • Energy efficiency design that meets 80 Plus requirements (>82%)
    • Green power design to meet Energy Star and Blue Angel requirements
    • Multiple protection design (OVP / UVP / OCP / OPP /OTP / SCP)
    • Ultra-silent operation with intelligent speed control 120mm fan
    • High reliability (MTBF>100,000 hours)
    • Five-year warranty



    Elite Power 350W
    • High performance components for improved reliability
    • Eco-friendly design to meet Energy Star and Blue Angel requirements
    • Multi-protection design (OVP/OCP/OPP/SCP)
    • Supports dual +12V1 and +12V2 outputs for high power usage
    • One 4+4 pin +12V CPU connector for high-end CPU
    • EMI Noise filter built-in design
    • Over 70% efficiency at typical loading
    • Compliance with the latest Intel standard ATX 12V V2.3

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    400w – 600w


    GX 550W
    • Compliance with the latest Intel standard ATX 12V V 2.31
    • Single +12V rail for the most demanding SLI configurations
    • High efficiency design that meets 80 Plus requirements (85% typical)
    • Ultra-silent operation with intelligent 120mm fan speed control
    • Multiple protection design (OVP / UVP / OPP / OTP / SCP)
    • High reliability (MTBF>100,000 hours)
    • Double Layer EMI Filter restrains noise and injury to end-user
    • Huge bulk capacitor for hold up time >17ms at full loading
    • Integrating Active PFC with PWM combo controller not only make PFC higher than 0.99, but also raises efficiency
    • Efficient transformer for reducing 5Vsb power loss when the system is at turn-off and sleep modes
    • Five-year warranty



    Real Power Pro 550W
    • Eco-design for energy and money saving by Active PFC. (>0.99) / High Efficiency (>80%)
    • Ultra-silent operation with intelligent 120mm fan speed controller makes superb heat dissipation at low noise (17 dBA)
    • Compliance with the newest Intel standard ATX 12V V 2.3
    • Compliance with the newest SSI standard EPS 12V V2.91
    • PCI-e? connector with bead core protection to minimize EMI for reducing noises.
    • Worry-free Power Failure Detector will light up when Over-Voltage, Under-Voltage, Over-Temperature, Over-Current, Over-Loading, and Short circuit occur.
    • Five-year warranty



    Elite Power 460W
    • Compliance with the newest Intel standard ATX 12V V2.3
    • More than 70% efficiency at typical load operation
    • High performance components design for better reliability
    • Green power design to meet Energy Star and Blue Angel requirements
    • Multiple protection design(OVP/OCP/OPP/SCP)
    • Support dual +12V1 and +12V2 outputs for higher power usage
    • One 4+4 pin +12V CPU connector for high-end CPU
    • EMI and Noise filter built in design


    Do not Buy the below PSU for high configuration system:
    • Viomax
    • US-Can
    • Ultra (except X2 & X-Finity)
    • Turbolink
    • Turbo
    • Tsunami
    • TMP-ANS
    • Thermaltake (except the Thermaltake W0057 PurePower 500W)
    • Soly Tech
    • Skyhawk
    • Rosewill ( provides lowend models ) to use
    • Robanton
    • Rhycon
    • Real PC Power
    • Raidmax (except Topower/Tagan models, not sold with cases)
    • q-tec
    • Qtec
    • QMax
    • Powmax
    • Power-Up
    • Powerstar
    • Power-Man (except FSP models)
    • Okia
    • Mustang
    • MGE
    • Macron Power
    • Logic
    • Linkworld
    • L&C
    • Kingwin
    • Key Mouse
    • JustPC
    • Jpac
    • InWin (except FSP models)
    • Hercules
    • Foxlink
    • EagleTech
    • Eagle
    • Dynapower
    • Duro
    • Demon
    • Deer
    • Coolmax
    • Codegen


    Review and PSU support Guide :


    Cooler Master Real Power M1000 :

    Specs :
    • Power: 1000 W
    • Compounds MOLEX: 6
    • Compounds such as PCI-E: 4 (6-pin), 2 (8-pin)
    • Compounds such as SATA: 8
    • Compounds such as FDD: 2
    • Correction scheme: Active PFC
    • Optional: a certificate NVIDIA, support 8-pin PCI Express
    • Dimensions: 150h86h180 mm


    Cooler Master Company manufactured BP 1000-W in a series of modular power systems. Power collected in black. The device is called the Cooler Master RS-A00-ESBA Real Power M1000, as it should be representative of this class is large, i.e., the length of the shell was increased by 40 mm. However, at first glance, the sources in question does not seem like much - an impression smooth’s fan custom sizes. In this case, the manufacturer had used the form factor of 135 mm.

    Despite the expansion of the envelope, linking radio elements sufficiently dense. Call attention to the radiators. Instead of the usual sliced plates manufacturer installed two T-shaped radiators with a rectangular cross-section of petals. Both cooler cover almost the entire area of the elements of the device and blown fan of Young Lin Tech. Co. The power supply is equipped trains with 8-pin connectors for connecting the latest generation of graphics cards. Sam supercharger operates extremely quietly - changing the rotation speed is made from the load of 500 Tues In addition to the advantages it is worth noting a small gift, which the manufacturer makes all buyers of equipment - bottle opener key chain with company logo. Excellent application to the recruitment, also very useful in everyday life.

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    Floston Energetix ENFP-1050W

    Specs :

    • Power: 1050 watts
    • Compounds MOLEX: 9
    • Compounds such as PCI-E: 4 (6-pin or 8-pin)
    • Compounds such as SATA: 6
    • Compounds such as FDD: 3
    • Correction scheme: Active PFC
    • Optional: support 8-pin PCI-E, original packaging
    • Dimensions: 150h200h85 mm


    For most users the power supply - the usual box of radio parts. Many are paying a fraction of this component of attention, and manufacturers understand this. How to influence the choice in their favor, the company knows Floston, which organized a very original way of packaging for its series Enegetix. PSU Floston Energetix ENFP-1050W comes in a small suitcase. Subsequently, it can be used for storage of unnecessary cables, tools, or other computer accessories. Inside the suitcase, in addition to the block, you can find a set of modular loops (on the unit itself is attached only to the main power line), multi-colored fabric straps for crimping free of wires, caps for the connectors, the keys to the castle, and a strap for carrying a suitcase on his shoulder.

    By the way, should be careful with the strap - at high loads the fasteners cannot stand. The connectors on the cords PCI-E painted red. Interestingly, each cable can be used as an 8-pin, and as a 6-pin. It is obvious that BP itself is not designed to close a small package - its length is somewhat greater on the standard ATX form factor for computer power supplies. The block is built in a black matte case. The rear panel includes the necessary cables to connect the connectors - four for the graphics cards and eight for the connection of the remaining periphery. Inside the case Floston Energetix ENFP-1050W is sufficiently dense mounting. Electrical engineering is based on a two-component transformer circuit - big kilowatt converter would take up too much space, and the manufacturer had to make such concessions, which, however, does not affect the performance of the device. Block easily coped with all loads - the same applies to high-frequency pulsations.

    FSP Epsilon 1010W

    Specs :
    • Power: 1050 watts
    • Compounds MOLEX: 6
    • Compounds such as PCI-E: 2 (6-pin), 2 (8-pin)
    • Compounds such as SATA: 10
    • Compounds such as FDD: 1
    • Correction scheme: Active PFC
    • Optional: support 8-pin PCI-E, lighting
    • Dimensions: 150h145h85 mm


    Company FSP - frequent figurant our reviews. Throughout his career, different blocks of the company, but stable quality, and FSP Epsilon 1010W - is no exception. Ruler units Epsilon easily recognizable thanks to its original packaging and corporate in appearance: blue hull, gold bars and fan with LED lights. The main feature in terms of exterior design are the dimensions of the block - the rest, he looks completely standard. It is also worth noting that FSP Epsilon 1010W is not modular. The company has a separate FSP series switching power supplies with detachable trains - it is called Everest. All members of Epsilon-series modular cables do not have. Interestingly, the internal components of the block planted quite freely, despite the compact size of BP.

    Models Series Epsilon power below 800 watts, which were seen previously released profiles, not too much we liked because of the noisy cooling system, low efficiency and stability of stress. If in the case of FSP Epsilon 1010W situation with efficiency reformed for the better (honestly, it is simply superb), then the fan is still straining ears. At high loads, the amplifier begins to make noise, which, naturally, will not please many. It is also important that the manufacturer specifies the restrictions under which the maximum load is not BP. At temperatures above 25 degrees make it definitely not recommended. At 40 degrees and above, the unit must be used as 850 cotton. Note that the standard ATX12V PSDG sets the limit load at a steady level at 50 degrees. In short, there is something to think about. As a result, if the buyer agrees to accept these shortcomings, it submitted a block from the FSP will be an excellent purchase.


    Tagan Turbojet Plus TG1300-U6

    Specs:
    • Power: 1300 W
    • Compounds MOLEX: 7
    • Compounds such as PCI-E: 2 (6-pin), 2 (8-pin)
    • Compounds such as SATA: 12
    • Compounds such as FDD: 2
    • Correction scheme: Active PFC
    • Optional: support 8-pin PCI-E
    • Dimensions: 150h180h85 mm


    Power Supply Tagan Turbojet Plus TG1300-U6 comes in colorful packaging, which listed all the advantages of the device. The set, apart from BP, you can find a set of additional wires, prudently packed in a separate box. Apart from the main power cord, the buyer gets a set of adapters to
    SATA-connectors on the Molex, Molex splitter with a couple of
    FDD-connectors and mounting screws and clamps, cable ties, seven (five Velcro and two plastic). One should pay attention to the cooling system, or rather, two aluminum radiator.

    They are made in a very unusual shape: round, with a hollow center. This was done to make the system more effectively blown with a pair of fans. Blowers in the number two pieces are made in the form factor of 80 mm and are located opposite each other, between the radiator part. In fact, among themselves, they form some kind of turbine. As for the connectors, there is everything necessary, including separately shielded 8-pin PCI-E, which can be used with the top graphics cards. If you wish to such a PSU can be connected simultaneously, four heavy-duty graphics accelerator.


    Thermaltake Toughpower W0132RE 1000W

    Specs :
    • Power: 1000 W
    • Compounds MOLEX: 8
    • Compounds such as PCI-E: 3 (6-pin), 3 (8-pin)
    • Compounds such as SATA: 8
    • Compounds such as FDD: 2
    • Correction scheme: Active PFC
    • Optional: support 8-pin PCI Express
    • Dimensions: 160h200h86 mm


    It should be noted right away that the 1000 watts - this is not the limit for products from Thermaltake. Before the series Thermaltake Toughpower company attributed the blocks of high-price category to its line of PurePower - other sources were issued under the name of TR2. This PSU has a capacity of 1200 Tues Block size, as can be seen from the characteristics on standardized considerable size. There is nothing to be done - increased size of some elements, as well as upgrading the cooling system are felt. In the case of compliance with the form factor to plant elements would have to close, which deteriorates the air circulation, cooling efficiency and, consequently, the lifetime of the device.

    Interestingly, the manufacturer has equipped the reporting power supply with six terminals for connecting video cards. This unusual number due to the fact that the three plugs from this set.As we know, the video card brand ATI Radeon manufactured using two channels of power. To him, however, can be connected be regularly plugged in. Cooling unit quite efficient - the system is blown fan size 140 mm. Soldering sufficiently accurate.

    It should be noted that the silent operation of this power supply should not expect. And it is not surprising. It is intended to supply high-performance systems, so that the general background stands out too much will not. Price is not too small, so that the reasonableness of the choice for themselves should determine the user. Illumination is not required, although the unit looks quite spectacular. Due to the size of the device you want to pick and shell the relevant dimensions.

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    Thermaltake Toughpower W0133RE 1200W

    Specs :
    • Power: 1200 W
    • Compounds MOLEX: 8
    • Compounds such as PCI-E: 3 (6-pin), 3 (8-pin)
    • Compounds such as SATA: 8
    • Compounds such as FDD: 2
    • Correction scheme: Active PFC
    • Optional: support 8-pin PCI Express
    • Dimensions: 160h200h86 mm


    Power supply from Thermaltake has long been proven with a good hand. Active cooling of internal components involved in 140-mm fan - a non-standard model, and dimensions of the block. It is worth noting that Thermaltake is engaged in actively promoting its own line of coolers, so he did not use the blowers from third-party manufacturers and installed a water meter from its subsidiary company Yate Loon under the name of fun D14BH-12. Block itself is built into a slender body of gray. The front wall has a perforation, three-pronged plug for connecting the main cable and toggle switch on. Waiting on the set of something special is not necessary.

    Quite simply and modestly. In an oblong box in addition to block only the cables, screws, so instruction. Whole blocks have been allocated six lines for power supply. There are three 6-pin and three 8-pin connector on the free cable. Regarding the internal device, here is to stay in detail. The fact is that to achieve such a high power producer has developed its own approach, and very original. If you remove the lid and look at the internal structure, one finds that the block is effectively divided into two halves, each of which is an independent power supply 600 Tues In fact, in one case was gathered steam PSU with its own high-voltage part.

    Naturally, the cooling of such monstrous constructions require a large number of radiators - they put the greatest of the manufacturer set. All 1200 W power can give to +12 V, and given the fact that the two blocks, then at 600 watts into two separate.


    Conclusion :

    The times when the 300-watt power supply gave out in 500-Watt has already passed, and now if anyone block, then the manufacturers. However, there is a chance to find a power supply that will not quite live up to the declared capacity of 10-15%, and instead issue a 400 W 300 Watts. No additional equipment to identify such a feature would be very difficult, and at a critical moment, or during the upgrade, it will result in unstable computer, or a faulty PSU. In the price range from Rs. 3,000 to Rs. 4,500 are much less likely to meet the power supply with deliberately exaggerated power.

    If a cheap power supply distributors purchased almost on weight because of their low cost - a good mortgage liquidity, then the expensive power supplies are tested distributors before a decision is taken on their shipments. And, perhaps, a more responsible approach to production and supply of expensive power supplies - basic dignity, which gives confidence to the buyer that there was not deceived with power.


    The first thing that should draw the attention of those planning to purchase a high-powered BP - a level of noise and temperature. These devices tend to overheat, and therefore manufacturers have to install coolers, which work best. Nevertheless, the most optimal in this respect, the company looked like a block from Cooler Master. Power Supply Cooler Master Real Power M1000 all good, but costs money, to put it bluntly, not small. So it is necessary to give him the award "Editor's Choice". Economy lovers should recommend a block Floston Energetix ENFP-1050W - for that kind of money one can hardly find a more successful product with such original configuration.

    Most novice users do not pay enough attention to selection of high quality components, and the choice of housing they are worried about is it that the design of its front panel. Even if the buyer is interested in the capacity installed in the casing of the power supply (henceforth BP), the low quality of cheap power supply (which would be nice if they were not painted) no one warn. Later, when the independent upgrade replaced the processor, video card, hard drive not buy and the power supply remains the same, and if you have problems with the stability of machine of his existence, did not immediately recall.

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