dr_bowtie Posted January 23, 2007 Posted January 23, 2007 Hey guys.... Time to pick your brains... I need some PSU's for budget builds that I am doing for testing...These will be for budget builds and simple (very simple) PVR boxes These arent going to power monster overclocking boards but more likely mATX boards that will see 27/4 duty cycle... Sorta like the deal from a while back I used the X-Clio 450watt units I doesnt matter if its modular or not but has to be 24-pin compliant... if you post in here please try to link the vendor you found it (IE newegg) I am used to just buying the good OCZ but now with being more open oriented I would like to see whats out there thats good... Thanks guys... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smoken Joe Posted January 23, 2007 Posted January 23, 2007 Look in to FSP many of the lower end ones are 24pin(20 +4) and very good deals the top end one ore good too. I love how even the 350W model has strong 12 volt rails. I have had one for my GF's rig for a year now though on a AGP board. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
red930 Posted January 23, 2007 Posted January 23, 2007 Can't say enough good things about the Fortron hardware. Very good stuff. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
fariss Posted January 24, 2007 Posted January 24, 2007 I'm awfully fond of the Hiper. I'm not sure how much $ you had in mind. http://www.performance-pcs.com/catalog/ind...1acdfad84c008d7 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
UncleDavid218 Posted January 24, 2007 Posted January 24, 2007 Yeah, the 450w Fortron AX450-PN is an awesome PSU. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhoetuS Posted January 24, 2007 Posted January 24, 2007 The one David linked to is the same one I was going to suggest I just put that in a build for my Mom, I am impressed with its specs & its price. It has only been running her rig for 3 weeks, but so far I like it. Only time will tell if it will last... I think I am going to get another to replace the POS PowMax in my GF's computer... The PowMax is still going strong after ~2 years, but it makes me nervous knowing that it is in there. I had another one blow up on me... Well, not exactly blow, more like loud *POP* fizzle, smoke, & that wonderful smell of burnt electronics - Yum... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Blooz1 Posted January 24, 2007 Posted January 24, 2007 Another vote for Fortron! I've used 'em in 5-6 rigs, never had one go bad yet, including one rig that's been in use for 4-5 years! (Not mine, built for a relative!) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
red930 Posted January 24, 2007 Posted January 24, 2007 Antec Smartpower 500 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?...N82E16817103937 For a low power mATX or smaller (what it is? ITX?) this might suffice, though for the cost the Fortron (or others) would be better. PC Power & Cooling Silencer 370 http://www.pcpower.com/products/viewproduct.php?show=S36ATX Not sure on this last one, up to how much you trust Jonny & pals. Personally considering his gear (and the cost of the psu) it might be worth a shot. For a computer you know will be low power. note: only two SATA cables though, regardless of its power that might be a hindrance for some Rosewill RP500-2 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?...N82E16817182016 the review: http://www.jonnyguru.com/review_details.php?id=48 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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