ceewi1

My "Top Pick" PSUs at various pricepoints.


***** This list is now several months out of date - I will try to find some time in the near future to bring it back up to date *****

Antec Basiq 350W - $19.99
Ratings:+3.3V@20A,+5V@20A,+12V1@10A,+12V2@13A (Total +12V@23A),-12V@0.3A, +5VSB@2.5A
Comments: $20 doesn't get you much, but this PSU is better than most.

Rosewill RP500-2 500W - $49.99
Ratings:+3.3V@30A, +5V@45A, +12V1@18A, +12V2@16A (Total +12V@31A), -12V@1A, +5VSB@2.5A
Comments: A viable alternative to the Ultra or XClio for those who want a little more 'bling', the presence of an 8pin EPS12V connector is a distinct advantage. The use of Fuhjyyu capacitors means that this PSU should be restricted to well ventilated cases, however

XCLIO StablePower 460W - $51.99
Ratings:+3.3V@25A;+5V@22A;+12V1@18A;+12V2@16A;-12V@0.5A; +5VSB@3.0A
Comments: A very capable, Enhance built, PSU at this price

Corsair CMPSU-450VX - $65.50 after $10 rebate - ceewi1's pick
Ratings:+3.3V@20A,+5V@20A,+12V@33A,-12V@0.8A,+5VSB@2.5A
Comments: While the rated 450W may look small, this unit still features an impressively strong 33A single +12V rail. A superb quality PSU.

Corsair CMPSU-550VX - $74.99 after $15 rebate
Ratings:+3.3V@30A,+5V@20A,+12V@41A,-12V@0.8A,+5VSB@3A
Comments: A superb quality PSU at a fantastic price, this PSU is strongly recommended.

BFG Tech 800W - $84.99 after $30 rebate - ceewi1's pick
Ratings:+3.3V@24A, +5V@30A, +12V1@20A, +12V2@20A, +12V3@20A, +12V4@20A -12V@0.8A, 5VSB@3A
Comments: A solid high powered unit at a superb price.

Corsair CMPSU-520HX - $89.99 after $10 rebate
Ratings:+3.3V@24A, +5V@24A, +12V1@18A, +12V2@18A, +12V3@18A, (Total +12V@40A) -12V@0.8A, 5VSB@3A
Comments: Despite the labelling, this is essentially a single rail design. A top quality modular Seasonic built PSU.

Silverstone ST75ZF - $109.99 after $40 rebate - ceewi1's pick
Ratings:+3.3V@28A,+5V@30A,+12V1@18A,+12V2@18A,+12V3@18A,
+12V4@18A (Total +12V@60A),-12V@0.5A,+5VSB@3.0A +12V4@18A,-12V@0.5A,+5VSB@3.0A
Comments: For those who don't mind the rebate, this is a top quality, best of the best server grade unit. A superb PSU at this price, despite the relatively low efficiency.

Thermaltake Toughpower 700W - $119.99 after $40 rebate
Ratings:+3.3@30A,+5V@28A,+12V1@18A,+12V2@18A,+12V3@18A,+ 12V4@18A (Total +12V@56A),-12V@0.8A,+5VSB@3.0A
Comments: A good quality PSU from Thermaltake, well priced after rebate.

Coolermaster Real Power Pro 850W - $129.99 - ceewi1's pick
Ratings:+3.3V@25A,+5V@30A,+12V1@18A,+12V2@18A,+12V3@18A, +12V4@18A,+12V5@18A (Total +12V@60A),-12V@0.8A,+5VSB@3.5A
Comments: A good quality, superb value PSU.

Silverstone ST85ZF - $139.99 after $50 rebate - ceewi1's pick
Ratings:+3.3V@28A,+5V@30A,+12V1@18A,+12V2@18A,+12V3@18A,
+12V4@18A (Total +12V@70A),-12V@0.5A,+5VSB@3.0A +12V4@18A,-12V@0.5A,+5VSB@3.0A
Comments: Another top quality, best of the best server grade unit from Silverstone. A great buy, despite the low efficiency.

Antec Quattro 850W - $153.65 - ceewi1's pick
Ratings: +3.3V@25A,+5V@30A,+12V1@18A,+12V2@18A,+12V3@18A, +12V4@18A (Total +12V@64A),-12V@0.5A,+5VSB@3.0A
Comments: A good quality 850W PSU, this represents superb value and quality.

Ultra X3 1000W - $189.99 - ceewi1's pick
Ratings:+3.3V@25A, +5V@28A, +12V@70A, -12V@0.8A, +5VSB@3A
Comments: To see such a great quality, modular, 1000W PSU available at the $200 mark is superb. This is an easy recommendation for anyone needing this much power.

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