Name: WattSmart 850W EPS12V Ver 2.91 80 PLUS Power Supply
Price: $200

OFFICIAL WEBSITE 

I was confused when I first received an email asking if I wanted to review a computer power supply. What justice could I do it compared to many of the PC specialty sites on the web? They run tests, do comparisons, and are experts in their fields. I can just barely install a power supply, let alone do dozens of benchmarks and tests.

It came in the mail and I opened it up – the supply was heavy and flat out sexy looking. I have always found it interesting that the inside of a PC is made to look so cool even though it, ideally, should never be seen. The cords are wrapped in an elastic covering that keep them from dangling and ending up getting snapped up in a fan or melting against a processor, which anyone who has heard an unfortunate clicking from inside of their PC can testify is a good thing to include on a product. The fan is large and can surely pump away the heat that I am sure this power plant will put out.

Installation was easy (partially due to the bound wires) and didn’t take any longer then any other I have installed. I guess it was just my worrying mind that would make me think that a bigger and more powerful piece of hardware would be harder to install but, luckily, I was wrong. After installation my PC powered on normally and I ran a few games and programs. What did I notice?

Nothing. The PC ran exactly as before with no problems or no boosts. Having a better power supply (from my 500w) will not change things in an instant. However, in the long run, the effects are obvious. A bigger power supply will open the doors to upgrading and overclocking. The WattSmart 850W Power Supply ran quietly and continues to do so until I am ready for it. It is really ideal for hardcore gamers who are going to find themselves upgrading to a dual core processor – ideal for anyone trying to run some of the amazing games coming to the PC.

Here are the technical specifications of the WattSmart 850W EPS12V Ver 2.91 80 PLUS Power Supply:

Technical Specifications

Warranty     3 Year warranty
Color    Black
Connector Types    1 - Split 24/20 pin ATX Motherboard
Connector Types    1 - EPS Power Connector (8-pin)
Connector Types    4 - PCI Express Power Connector
Connector Types    1 - ATX P4 Power Female 4 pin
Connector Types    6 - SATA Power Female
Connector Types    6 - LP4 Female
Connector Types    2 - SP4 Female
Efficiency Rating    >80% at Full Load
EMI/RFI    Built-in EMI Filter and low ripple noise
Enclosure Type    Nickel-plated Steel
Fan Bearing Type    Ball Bearing
Product Height    3.39 in [86 mm]
Input Current    15A @ 115V~ / 7.5A @ 230V~
Input Voltage Frequency    50~60Hz
Product Length    7.48 in [190 mm]
Max Inrush Current    60A@110Vac; 120A@220Vac
@25 degrees C
MTBF    100,000 hrs @ 25°C
Fans    2 - 80 mm
Operating Temperature    0~30 degrees C @Full Load
40 degrees C @90% Rated Load
50 degrees C @ 80% Rated Load
(w/ Humidity 10%~90% RH)
Output Power    850W
Power Factor Correction    Active
Carton Quantity    6
Storage Temperature    -20 degrees ~ 80 degrees C
Shipping (Package) Weight    7.96 lb [3.6 kg]
Product Weight    6.96 lb [3.15 kg]
Product Width    5.91 in [150 mm]
+3.3V DC Output    24A
+5V DC Output    30A
+12V1 DC Outout    20A
+12V2 DC Outout    20A
+12V3 DC Outout    20A
+12V4 DC Outout    20A
-12V DC Output    0.5A
+5V sb DC Output    3.0A
Peak Output    930W

 

The Wattsmart 850w Power Supply runs at about $200 and is a good choice for any PC gamer looking to build a new box. Their OFFICIAL WEBSITE  can be found here, if you have any questions throw my an email at coop@gamervision.com.