Is a Super Flower Leadex V Gold PRO 1000W as good as a Super Flower Leadex III Gold?

[Segundoh]

This is my build: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/CfHsGL

I’m planning on getting a 6800XT since I had to return my defective 6950XT, so that’ll reduce the wattage a bit.

My PSU is making coil whine noises which aren’t bad but are annoying. Since the Leadex III is out of stock, Super Flower said they’d send me this PSU instead. Is this PSU good? The Cultists Network PSU tier list puts it in a speculative position of Tier A, so I imagine it’s new enough that there’s not much information about it yet. The Leadex III is high priority Tier A though which seems better.

Additionally, that tier list says this: Leadex V series OCP set to 100.8% of nominal capacity, i.e lacking the headroom for transients when most high-end PSUs have it set in the range of 120-140%. So for example a 1kW version of it more like 750-850W in comparison with competition.

It seems kind of concerning if it’s only technically 750W. I don’t think that’s enough for a 6950XT and maybe not enough for a 6800XT. Is this okay though? I’m probably just not understanding what this tier list is saying.

 

[ThrashZone]

Hi,
Here's the v 1000w

Super Flower Launches Leadex V Gold 1000W, Shortest PSU in this Power Class

Super Flower today launched the shortest 1000 W PSU, the Leadex V Gold 1000 W. Some of the earliest pictures of this PSU started surfacing in May, and the company teased its dimensions back in March. Built in the standard ATX-PS/2 form-factor, the PSU is just 13 cm in length. You typically find...

www.techpowerup.com

III 850

Super Flower Leadex III ARGB Gold 850 W Review

The Super Flower Leadex III ARGB Gold with 850 W maximum power output performs well and operates quietly. If you are after an RGB-lit power supply and don't mind the price premium, you should include this PSU in your list. Super Flower will bring this model to the US soon.

www.techpowerup.com

 

[Segundoh]

Hi,
Here's the v 1000w

Super Flower Launches Leadex V Gold 1000W, Shortest PSU in this Power Class

Super Flower today launched the shortest 1000 W PSU, the Leadex V Gold 1000 W. Some of the earliest pictures of this PSU started surfacing in May, and the company teased its dimensions back in March. Built in the standard ATX-PS/2 form-factor, the PSU is just 13 cm in length. You typically find...

www.techpowerup.com

III 850

Super Flower Leadex III ARGB Gold 850 W Review

The Super Flower Leadex III ARGB Gold with 850 W maximum power output performs well and operates quietly. If you are after an RGB-lit power supply and don't mind the price premium, you should include this PSU in your list. Super Flower will bring this model to the US soon.

www.techpowerup.com

The 1000W version definitely sounds better then. Do you know if that OCP issue means that my max voltage will actually be 750-850W?

 

[ThrashZone]

Hi,
Review should detail everything
the psu you linked to seems like a good swap.

Super Flower Leadex V Gold PRO 1000W ATX 80 PLUS GOLD Certified Power Supply, Smallest 130mm 1000W ATX PSU, Patent Super Connectors, Full Modular, Ultra-Flexible Flat Ribbon Cab, SF-1000F14TG - Newegg.com

Buy Super Flower Leadex V Gold PRO 1000W ATX 80 PLUS GOLD Certified Power Supply, Smallest 130mm 1000W ATX PSU, Patent Super Connectors, Full Modular, Ultra-Flexible Flat Ribbon Cab, SF-1000F14TG with fast shipping and top-rated customer service. Once you know, you Newegg!

www.newegg.com

 

[dirtyferret]

so I imagine it’s new enough that there’s not much information about it yet

not that new, they made a platinum version of it and just released the VII version that drop the "PRO" but new enough

that tier list says this: Leadex V series OCP set to 100.8% of nominal capacity, i.e lacking the headroom for transients when most high-end PSUs have it set in the range of 120-140%. So for example a 1kW version of it more like 750-850W in comparison with competition.

I don't really pay much attention to that tier list but it's a 1000w PSU, not a 750w or 850w PSU. If anything due to it's 130mm size it probably has a 120mm fan with an aggressive setting so it can be slightly nosier than some similar powered units.

Is this okay though? I’m probably just not understanding what this tier list is saying.

It's a quality unit from an OEM/Brand with a very good reputation. You have nothing to worry about and while that list has its uses it also has its flaws.

 

[Segundoh]

Hi,
Review should detail everything
the psu you linked to seems like a good swap.

Super Flower Leadex V Gold PRO 1000W ATX 80 PLUS GOLD Certified Power Supply, Smallest 130mm 1000W ATX PSU, Patent Super Connectors, Full Modular, Ultra-Flexible Flat Ribbon Cab, SF-1000F14TG - Newegg.com

Buy Super Flower Leadex V Gold PRO 1000W ATX 80 PLUS GOLD Certified Power Supply, Smallest 130mm 1000W ATX PSU, Patent Super Connectors, Full Modular, Ultra-Flexible Flat Ribbon Cab, SF-1000F14TG with fast shipping and top-rated customer service. Once you know, you Newegg!

www.newegg.com

Thanks! Most of the reviews seem very positive which is very promising.

 

[dirtyferret]

III 850

Super Flower Leadex III ARGB Gold 850 W Review

The Super Flower Leadex III ARGB Gold with 850 W maximum power output performs well and operates quietly. If you are after an RGB-lit power supply and don't mind the price premium, you should include this PSU in your list. Super Flower will bring this model to the US soon.

www.techpowerup.com

A lot of times OEMs will use a different platform on their 1000w+ units as opposed to their lower powered units even if they share the same line name. I know SF also offered that line in a 750w and 850w (as your link states) offering so maybe they share the same platform but would not be shocked if they did not.

 

[Segundoh]

A lot of times OEMs will use a different platform on their 1000w+ units as opposed to their lower powered units even if they share the same line name. I know SF also offered that line in a 750w and 850w (as your link states) offering so maybe they share the same platform but would not be shocked if they did not.

I did find a 850W one so far so that’s interesting. Also, I heard that the cables are shorter in smaller form factor PSUs and that they might be too short for a mid tower case. I also heard that I might need a special adapter to screw in my PSU. Are these true for a Fractal Meshify 2 Compact?

 

[ThrashZone]

Hi,
ATX is all it says

Meshify 2 Compact

Meshify 2 Compact is a high-performing case with a bold, stealth-inspired aesthetic. Its striking exterior features bolt-free, flush tempered glass, a fully removable top panel granting excellent interior access, and a front USB 3.1 Type-C port.

www.fractal-design.com

 

[Segundoh]

Hi,
ATX is all it says

Meshify 2 Compact

Meshify 2 Compact is a high-performing case with a bold, stealth-inspired aesthetic. Its striking exterior features bolt-free, flush tempered glass, a fully removable top panel granting excellent interior access, and a front USB 3.1 Type-C port.

www.fractal-design.com

Oh okay that’s good to hear. I was just worried since the Leadex III Gold is 160 mm and this one is 130 mm and that the plate on the outside of the case that screws into the case and the PSU would be too big for my PSU. That’s good to hear that it’ll fit thanks!

 

[dirtyferret]

I did find a 850W one so far so that’s interesting. Also, I heard that the cables are shorter in smaller form factor PSUs and that they might be too short for a mid tower case. I also heard that I might need a special adapter to screw in my PSU. Are these true for a Fractal Meshify 2 Compact?

20+4 - 600mm
CPU cable - 700mm
PCI 6+2 - 700mm

LEADEX V GOLD PRO 1000W (BK) | SUPER FLOWER

Please contact the distributor in your country for the availability and quotation

www.super-flower.com.tw

compared to the popular seasonic ssr 1000FX
20+4 - 610mm
CPU cable - 650w
PCI 6+2 - 750w

FOCUS PLUS Gold

This power supply is small and entirely modular, which will be hard to resist. It is available in 80 PLUS® Platinum and Gold efficiency ratings.

seasonic.com

I think I would take the extra 50mm on the CPU 4+4 cable the SF offers since that is always the biggest pain for me otherwise all the cables are fine in length and comparable to other units.

Special adapter screw??? Power supplies typically come with their own mounting screws unless you are getting an extremely cheap unit.

 

[Segundoh]

20+4 - 600mm
CPU cable - 700mm
PCI 6+2 - 700mm

LEADEX V GOLD PRO 1000W (BK) | SUPER FLOWER

Please contact the distributor in your country for the availability and quotation

www.super-flower.com.tw

compared to the popular seasonic ssr 1000FX
20+4 - 610mm
CPU cable - 650w
PCI 6+2 - 750w

FOCUS PLUS Gold

This power supply is small and entirely modular, which will be hard to resist. It is available in 80 PLUS® Platinum and Gold efficiency ratings.

seasonic.com

I think I would take the extra 50mm on the CPU 4+4 cable the SF offers since that is always the biggest pain for me otherwise all the cables are fine in length and comparable to other units.

Special adapter screw??? Power supplies typically come with their own mounting screws unless you are getting an extremely cheap unit.

Oh okay that’s good to hear. Those cable lengths definitely seem great then.

Oh I meant that bracket thing that lets me attach the PSU to the outside of the case rather than the mounting screws. It seems like the bracket is meant for a 160 mm PSU instead of a 130 mm PSU like this one so I’m not sure if I need to get another bracket.

 

[natr0n]

I use a superflower leadex III gold never have any problems.It's a very solid performer of a psu.

 

[dirtyferret]

Oh I meant that bracket thing that lets me attach the PSU to the outside of the case rather than the mounting screws. It seems like the bracket is meant for a 160 mm PSU instead of a 130 mm PSU like this one so I’m not sure if I need to get another bracket.

this bracket at he bottom of the PSU compartment?

 

[Dr. Dro]

Super Flower's designs are solid. Use a EVGA 1300 G2 (1300W Leadex 1st gen) here, and it's still a fantastic PSU.

 

[Segundoh]

I use a superflower leadex III gold never have any problems.It's a very solid performer of a psu.

That’s good to hear. My Leadex III Gold worked great other than the coil whine thing, so I’m excited for a Leadex V Gold 1000W.

this bracket at he bottom of the PSU compartment?

Yes that bracket at the bottom of the PSU compartment. I’m not sure if that’ll fit on a smaller PSU since it seems the holes are on the outer parts of the PSU and all. Not sure though.

Super Flower's designs are solid. Use a EVGA 1300 G2 (1300W Leadex 1st gen) here, and it's still a fantastic PSU.

It’s good to hear that yours has lasted this long. I’m excited to get a 1000W one that should last me a long time.

 

[tabascosauz]

That’s good to hear. My Leadex III Gold worked great other than the coil whine thing, so I’m excited for a Leadex V Gold 1000W.


Yes that bracket at the bottom of the PSU compartment. I’m not sure if that’ll fit on a smaller PSU since it seems the holes are on the outer parts of the PSU and all. Not sure though.


It’s good to hear that yours has lasted this long. I’m excited to get a 1000W one that should last me a long time.

How does that affect PSU fitment on the case? They're all ATX PSUs, 160mm vs 130mm is the length of the unit.

 

[dirtyferret]

Yes that bracket at the bottom of the PSU compartment. I’m not sure if that’ll fit on a smaller PSU since it seems the holes are on the outer parts of the PSU and all. Not sure though.

ok, like @tabascosauz stated the PSU is 130mm in length. The width and height of the PSU is the same so that bracket will work with no problem.

 

[Segundoh]

How does that affect PSU fitment on the case? They're all ATX PSUs, 160mm vs 130mm is the length of the unit.

ok, like @tabascosauz stated the PSU is 130mm in length. The width and height of the PSU is the same so that bracket will work with no problem.

That makes sense. I confused length with width and all, and I also confused SFX PSUs with ATX PSUs lol. Thanks!

 

[Ruru]

Super Flower's designs are solid. Use a EVGA 1300 G2 (1300W Leadex 1st gen) here, and it's still a fantastic PSU.

Same here but a 750W one which I bought used. They gave 10yr warranties for these, so EVGA had trust for these (SF gave only five years).

 

[Segundoh]

Same here but a 750W one which I bought used. They gave 10yr warranties for these, so EVGA had trust for these (SF gave only five years).

That’s great that SF PSUs are reliable then. SF offered me a 10 year warranty for this PSU which is definitely amazing.

 

[Ruru]

That’s great that SF PSUs are reliable then. SF offered me a 10 year warranty for this PSU which is definitely amazing.

Practically SF and Seasonic are the best PSU OEMs there are as far as I know.

 

[dirtyferret]

Practically SF and Seasonic are the best PSU OEMs there are as far as I know.

I would say they are among the best for the consumer market

They gave 10yr warranties for these, so EVGA had trust for these (SF gave only five years).

EVGA would not have doubled the warranty on the same platform without making production changes. Are you sure they were using the same unit or was it a different SF unit?

 

[Ruru]

EVGA would not have doubled the warranty on the same platform without making production changes. Are you sure they were using the same unit or was it a different SF unit?

AFAIK the only change EVGA made was changing the caps from the modular board to better ones. SF Leadex used CapXon ones (yet it's not that bad as they're solid caps and on the modular board).

 

[Segundoh]

Practically SF and Seasonic are the best PSU OEMs there are as far as I know.

That’s great. I’m glad I got a SF PSU then.

I would say they are among the best for the consumer market

I see, so are there better ones that are not available to normal consumers and all? Thag doesn’t really matter anwyay but just curious.

AFAIK the only change EVGA made was changing the caps from the modular board to better ones. SF Leadex used CapXon ones (yet it's not that bad as they're solid caps and on the modular board).

I don’t know anything about caps, so is having relatively bad caps going to have an impact at all on performance?