What is the easiest way to judge a PSU?
It’s not always easy to tell whether a PSU is good or not, but here are a few tips: • Check for the unit’s Maximum Output Wattage. If there is only a Peak Output Wattage, that is a sign it may not be a quality PSU. • Remember that the model number doesn’t always correspond with the wattage, the listed Maximum Output Wattage is the only real indicator of that. • Look for both basic safety certifications (CL, FCC) and industry certifications, namely 80 PLUS®, NVIDIA™ SLI™-Ready, ATI™ CrossFire™, et cetera. • See if it has a strong manufacturer warranty that covers at least several years. • In what conditions was the PSU tested to determine its power rating? Most PSUs are tested at 25°C as the standardized temperature, but this is a far lower temperature than most PSU’s will operate in and so their real world power output is lower than their rated output. If the manufacturer tests and rates the unit at 50°C, this will give you a better idea of the PSU’s real performance. Also, the PSU sho
