EggXpert - which of these four!?

Last post 07-29-2008, 8:31 PM by CompWiz. 9 replies.


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07-29-2008, 7:34 AM 364758

Nate5452
Joined on 08-06-2007
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which of these four!?

I'm trying to decide on a power supply. Out of these 4 what would you recommend. I'm leaning towards the PC power and cooling even though it doesn't have modular cables.

It will be powering. Q9450, ATI 4870 (maybe the 1 GB version and possibly in Crossfire down the road), 2-3 Harddrives (not all at once), 1-2 DVD burner/readers, 2-4 GB of RAM.

Which of These Four

Thanks for the help,
Nate

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07-29-2008, 8:00 AM 364771 in reply to 364758

Tracer76
Joined on 04-10-2007
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Re: which of these four!?

I have both of these and right now the TT is installed and well I like it. I have the BFG as well as a backup PSU just incase the other one goes out.

Thermaltake W0116RU 750W Complies with ATX 12V 2.2 & EPS 12V version Power Supply 100 - 240 V CE, CB, TUV, FCC, UL, CUL, and BSMI certified - Retail Installed now

BFG Tech ES-800 BFGR800WESPSU Continuous 800W ATX12V 2.3 / EPS12V 2.92 HYBRID-SLI Power Supply - Retail My backup PSU

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07-29-2008, 9:22 AM 364846 in reply to 364771

Nate5452
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Re: which of these four!?

Thanks... Its a little bit more in the money department. Do you think its a better by than the PC Power and Cooling? I currently have a thermaltake case/powersupply. No issues other than the power supply being DOA.
Seems like alot of people like the power and cooling.

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07-29-2008, 9:30 AM 364853 in reply to 364846

Tracer76
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Re: which of these four!?

PCP&C PSU's are also good from what others tell me but I have the others 2 and no issues with them at all.

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07-29-2008, 11:40 AM 364977 in reply to 364853

Nate5452
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Re: which of these four!?

I'm leaning towards the BFG or Thermaltake. Is 750-800W going to be enough for the items I have listed above?

Newegg calculator says (though not all my compents are listed) approx 900W
Nate

EDIT: I Just saw this ThermalTake For 850W for slightly less than the price of the Thermaltake I listed above.

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07-29-2008, 11:42 AM 364979 in reply to 364977

Tracer76
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Re: which of these four!?

You will be fine with a 750 - 800 watt PSU.

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07-29-2008, 12:36 PM 365001 in reply to 364979

Nate5452
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Re: which of these four!?

ok great. I just saw this Thermaltake for for 10 dollars more than the BFG and you get 50 more Watts. Is it worth it or is the lifetime warrenty worth the lower wattage? I know its not modular, but for the price its hard to beat and I don't need to show off my case or insides. I hope this will be the last question... Thanks Tracer for putting up with me.

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07-29-2008, 12:54 PM 365012 in reply to 365001

Tracer76
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Re: which of these four!?

I would go with the Thermaltake for a couple of reasons. With technology ever expanding the PSU will be obsolete with in 5 years at times. The BFG only comes with a limited lifetime warranty. Now with say either of the two when installing it use some zip ties to manage the cables that are not being used and even the ones being used, it will help with the air flow in the case better when there not hang out in the open. Not a problem at all Glad to help out.

Per BFG

BFG POWER SUPPLY LIMITED LIFETIME CONSUMER WARRANTY

BFG Technologies warrants to the original purchaser of the power supply included in this package ("Product") that the Product will be free from defects in material or workmanship for as long as the original purchaser (residing in the United States or Canada) owns the product, when given normal wear and proper usage. For original purchasers residing in areas outside the USA or Canada, the limited warranty for graphic cards shall be for a period of ten (10) years from the date of purchase.

In connection with such Limited Lifetime or Ten Year Warranty, all BFG power supplies purchased on or after February 21, 2008 must be registered on www.bfgtech.com within 30 days of the original purchase date to activate the limited lifetime warranty or limited ten (10) year warranty.Products not properly registered will be covered from the date of purchase by a two (2) year limited warranty in Europe and a one (1) year limited warranty in the US and other countries. Proper registration includes submitting proof of purchase to BFG.

This warranty is only valid if the product:
Was not damaged while being installed.
Was not damaged by software or hardware from a company or individual other than BFG Technologies or by motherboard incompatibility.
Was operated in accordance with BFG Technologies specifications, instructions and any technical support directions.
Was not modified or damaged by tampering, user error, accident, disaster, abuse, misuse, power application, alteration, repair, modification, a fix or replacement by someone other than BFG Technologies.
Other system devices, such as motherboards, graphics cards, and other system components using or interacting with this Product are not covered by this warranty.

All products sent in for Return Merchandise Authorization (“RMA”) in connection with warranty claim must include a copy of the original invoice or receipt.

BFG Technologies' liability under this warranty, or in connection with any other claim relating to the Product, is limited to the repair or at BFG Technologies option, the replacement of the portion of the Product which was defective in material or workmanship. This warranty does not apply to any software component.

You assume the risk of loss (insurance from loss or damage) in transit and the returned Products shall become the sole property of BFG Technologies. BFG Technologies warrants that the repaired or replaced Products will be free from defects in material or workmanship.

BFG Technologies reserves the right to inspect and verify the defectiveness of any product returned. Please allow 48 hrs processing time once item has been received by BFG, and 3-5 days for shipping of the repaired or replacement product (shipped ground to the U.S.).

EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY STATED ABOVE, BFG TECNOLOGIES MAKES NO WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WHETHER OF MERCHANTABILITY, NON-INFRINGEMENT OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY, FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR USE, OR OTHERWISE ON THE PRODUCTS, OR ANY PARTS OR TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE OR OTHER LABOR FURNISHED.

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07-29-2008, 1:17 PM 365021 in reply to 365012

Alfador
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Re: which of these four!?

Given the choice (I did look at at least 2, I think 3 of the ones you posted), I would (and did for my own build) actually go with http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817139006 this one instead.

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07-29-2008, 8:31 PM 365186 in reply to 364758

CompWiz
Joined on 04-10-2007
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Re: which of these four!?

Well, I would estimate that your computer, with all the possible upgrades you listed(including crossfire), would draw around 575watts at full load. So, you'd have plenty of headroom with a 750watt power supply.

As for the ones you listed, the cheapest one there, the OCZ EliteXStream, is a very high quality unit. Read the review at HardOCP.com.

Or, if you want a full 800watts, the BFG ES-800 power supply is a very good quality power supply, and is rumored to have been designed by Jon Gerow(aka Jonny Guru of JonnyGuru.com, a great power supply review site). Read the review of this unit, also at HardOCP.com.

As you can see in the reviews of those power supplies, both power supplies earned the HardOCP gold editor's choice award, one of the most sought-after awards in the power supply industry.

In fact, looking through the reviews of the power supplies you listed, it would seem that every single one that you picked out has won the HardOCP gold editor's choice award. You seem to have picked out the best of the best there, nicely done. Yes

So, any one of those would make an excellent choice.

Also, the Corsair TX 750watt power supply that Alfador linked is another great choice, although that unit isn't quite as good as the other ones for 3.3v regulation. It still stays within spec, but not as tightly as the ones you picked out.

If you'd like a good way to quickly check the quality of any other power supplies you see on sale, you may want to look at the Eggxpert tiered power supply list. It's a good starting point, before you take the time to start searching out web reviews.

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