LS and MX are sister power supply series from BFG, with models from MX series coming with a modular cabling system, a 120-mm fan and an auxiliary 80-mm fan on the rear, while models from LS series use a 135-mm fan and no modular cabling system or second fan. Initially both series used the same internal design, however this is not entirely true anymore. All models from MX series are manufactured by Fore Point (one of the factories from Fortrex), but LS-450 and the new version of LS-550 (marked as “LS-550 (New)” on their website, being the model currently available on Newegg.com) are manufactured by Enhance Electronics. The old LS-550 and LS-680 are manufactured by Fore Point with the same design as models from MX series. According to BFG they will move all models from MX and LS to Enhance in the future, and when this happens units will be either released with new wattages (e.g. LS-700 instead of LS-680) or will have the name “New” added to their name.
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Paxpower 500 W (also known as Powerpax 500 W or AK-P050FG7) is a mainstream power supply from Akasa, featuring active PFC and a 120-mm fan. Since this was the first product we’ve reviewed from this brand, we were very curious to see if it could really deliver its labeled power. Read on.
We tested the 450 W version of Thermaltake’s latest entry-level power supply line, Litepower, which promises 85% efficiency. Is that true? Let’s see.
Antec has scored a major coup with their Signature Series 650W power supply. Its efficiency, features and warranty are at the very top of its class and the hybrid modularity and easily identifiable rail distribution are welcome additions to an outstanding product. The subtle good looks belie the clever design features, both internal and external, that set this unit apart from the crowd.
OCZ Fatal1ty 700 W promises to be a high-end gamer-grade power supply, labeled at 50º C and featuring a 120-mm fan, active PFC, single rail design but not a modular cabling system. Is this a good product? Can it really deliver 700 W? Let’s see.
Deciding on a power supply can be a tough choice, with a wide range of suppliers and features for each unit. While power output is important, there are other factors such as efficiency, noise, and even looks that are equally as important. Today we’ll be looking at a 600W power supply from Coolmax, the Coolmax V600 PSU, which has been designed with performance in mind. We will keep that in mind while we examine this product and compare it to some of its competition.
Unless a computer has components installed in multiples, it’s power needs usually aren’t high enough to warrant a large power supply. Ever the most modern of systems only needs a power supply rated between 550W and 750W. It’s not until you start installing several hard drives and running them in RAID, and multiple video cards, and an elaborate set of internal lights that you need to look at the 1000W and 1500 behemoths on the market today. It’s with this observation in mind that we are taking a look at the product being reviewed today: The Lian Li MAXIMA Force Extreme PS-A650GB 650 power supply.
The new Tough Power XT models are not going to replace the originals but to offers some nice features that are not part of the older models. The XT series boast a single and powerful 12 volt rail. Yes we know this is not revolutionary but they have also added the neat ability to determine how much time after PC shuts down that the fan stop spinning. If that isn’t enough the XT also tells you if anything is ailing it. If all this is not enough then you have to read the rest of the review to see what else the XT has to offer.
With so many power supply manufacturers, choosing a power supply can be a difficult task. Today we’ll look at another offering from Coolmax, makers of a wide range of computer parts, the Coolmax CU-700B 700W Power Supply. Will this modular unit offer decent performance at a reasonable price? Read on to find out.
NZXT has positioned themselves as the choice for gamers on a budget. They offer a wide variety of decent cases which can usually be found at the largest national retailers to the smallest retail computer stores. Most of the time, budget gamers will need to purchase their own power supplies as most cases come without one. NZXT has stepped up in this respect by offering quality power supplies at a reasonable price. Today we’ll be looking at NZXT’s Performance Power (PP800) 800 Watt Power Supply.
