Actual Specifications and Conclusions
Real Wattage | 500W |
OEM | Unknown |
PFC | None |
Price | $70 (AUD) |
ATX Connector type | 20+4 pin |
CPU Connector | 1x ATX12V (4Pin), 1x EPS12V (8 Pin) |
PCI-E Connectors | 1x 6+2 pin, 1x 6 pin |
Molex (Peripheral) Connectors | 4 |
FDD Power connectors | 2 |
SATA Power connectors | 4 |
Pros
- Good ripple suppression
- Reasonable efficiency below 350W load
Cons
- Can’t deliver labelled rating (-2)
- Questionable quality capacitors (-2)
- Mediocre soldering quality (-1)
- Overpriced (-1)
- Mediocre 12V voltage regulation (-1)
Final comments: This power supply may look good, but it’s really an attempt to polish a pile of dung. It’s over-rated, the 12V voltage regulation is mediocre at best, it’s overpriced, and the build quality isn’t great. Products like the In Win IP-P600CQ3-2 and OCZ ZS series 650W are far superior products in all respects, and only cost an extra $10.
Score: 3/10
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