Crow47 Posted March 25, 2014 Posted March 25, 2014 As the title says, I'm ready to purchase a new power supply. I'm looking at between 800 and 900 watts and I'd like to stay in the $150 range, +/- $20. I've been looking at a few options, but I still have some questions. The Seasonic M12II-850 for $129.99 on Amazon http://www.amazon.com/Seasonic-M12II-850-BRONZE-Power-Supply/dp/B00607JNIM/ref=sr_1_13/179-8081931-4431668?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1395765672&sr=1-13&keywords=power+supply Corsair RM 850 for $144.99 on Amazon http://www.amazon.com/Corsair-80PLUS-Gold-Certified-Power-Supply/dp/B00EB7UIXM/ref=sr_1_1/189-2977226-1131301?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1395766034&sr=1-1&keywords=rm+850 Corsair HX 850 for $159.99 on Newegg http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817139011 Is there a reason to pay more for the Corsairs over the Seasonic? They seem identical in specs and brand aside I can't tell a difference. Reviews are pretty much the same. Also, Is there a reason to pay more for the HX 850 over the RM? Once again, they seem identical aside from the aesthetics so I don't understand the price premium for the HX. Is there another valid option in this price range? What does everyone think? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wevsspot Posted March 25, 2014 Posted March 25, 2014 Based on the pricing differential I'd be completely happy with Seasonic M12II-850 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpikeSoprano Posted March 25, 2014 Posted March 25, 2014 The Seasonic is a great price, I think it would be your best buy, also 90% modular and a reliable brand. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crow47 Posted March 25, 2014 Posted March 25, 2014 Based on the pricing differential I'd be completely happy with Seasonic M12II-850 The Seasonic is a great price, I think it would be your best buy, also 90% modular and a reliable brand. That's what I was thinking, I was just surprised to see it was so inexpensive relative to Corsair. Am I just paying for the brand with Corsair? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpikeSoprano Posted March 25, 2014 Posted March 25, 2014 Corsair's are good but imo Seasonic are just as good, and yes , you do pay more for the brand name. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bubbaxm2 Posted March 25, 2014 Posted March 25, 2014 You would also be paying for the GOLD certification instead of the BRONZE on The Seasonic. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wevsspot Posted March 25, 2014 Posted March 25, 2014 I'll preface this by saying that I have been a long time Corsair power supply loyalist. But frankly, these days there are better power supplies priced equal to or in many cases less than the Corsair equivalents. More important than the brand name is the OEM responsible for the platform (warranty and end user support aside). I still use a Corsair power supply to this day in my gaming rig, but if I were ever in the market I would certainly shop other brands. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crow47 Posted March 25, 2014 Posted March 25, 2014 The efficiency isn't a particularly huge deal to me. I'm gonna think about it, but right now I'm leaning towards the Seasonic. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bosco Posted March 25, 2014 Posted March 25, 2014 Take the Seasonic Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulktreg Posted March 25, 2014 Posted March 25, 2014 I'd also suggest the Seasonic at that price. Don't worry too much about Bronze compared to Gold efficiency because it takes years to make up the price difference. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crow47 Posted March 25, 2014 Posted March 25, 2014 Take the Seasonic Sold! Order has been placed. Thanks, everyone! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bosco Posted March 25, 2014 Posted March 25, 2014 Take the Seasonic Sold! Order has been placed. Thanks, everyone! Atta boy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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