I have to choose between these PSUs. Which should I get?

Vincy Boy · Sep 27, 2008

I have a new system build in the works http://forums.techpowerup.com/showthread.php?t=72152. I have found two PSU units of interest after taking the advice of fellow forumites that my Cooler Master 500W would not be wise to use especially if I overclock (which I intend to

). These are the two that have caught my eye, and more importantly are available to me: The Thermaltake Purepower RX W0144RU 600W http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817153049 and Antec's True Power Trio TP3-650W http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817371001 . Which is the better choice? I do like the modular design of the thermaltake but I would have no issue with the antec if it is favored by you guys and it is much cheaper here too.

Thanks for your input! :toast:

mrw1986 · Sep 28, 2008

I would get one of these two:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817139001
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817139005

The_Real_DeaL31 · Sep 28, 2008

there both over priced, the Thermaltake Purepower RX W0144RU is only 75% Efficiency compared the normal 85% Efficiency, oz stealth stream 600w is cheaper and better

mrw1986 · Sep 28, 2008

Are you saying the Corsairs are overpriced?!

Also OCZ are some of the WORST rated PSUs...read up about it you'll see what I mean.

mullered07 · Sep 28, 2008

The_Real_DeaL31 said:
there both over priced, the Thermaltake Purepower RX W0144RU is only 75% Efficiency compared the normal 85% Efficiency, oz stealth stream 600w is cheaper and better

yet another fanboy comment based off your own hardware :slap:

out of them 2 and the fanboy ocz one the antec is deffo the best buy, there rock solid, pretty much among the best psu's available, rock solid and stable

The_Real_DeaL31 · Sep 28, 2008

yeah ok lol, i've owned other psu, some are better then others, depending on the cost and your budget

Vincy Boy · Sep 28, 2008

Thanks for the replies guys but I am in Barbados and the PSU's I mentioned are what is available to me right here, right now. So I only have a choice between them (and "700 watt" generic PSUs) :nutkick:

. Should I go for the antec which operates at up 85% efficiency?

mullered07 · Sep 28, 2008

Vincy Boy said:
Thanks for the replies guys but I am in Barbados and the PSU's I mentioned are what is available to me right here, right now. So I only have a choice between them (and "700 watt" generic PSUs). Should I go for the antec which operates at up 85% efficiency?

antec is a winner, ask around here more and youll find that out there good psu's

The_Real_DeaL31 · Sep 28, 2008

whats wrong with your existing psu, whats the amps on the 12v rail

Vincy Boy · Sep 28, 2008

Oh the existing PSU does not exist anymore :laugh:

. I had it NRFB. Returned it today I think it had 32 amps on 2 12V rails. Also read lot's of newegg reviews speaking of fan failures. So I got rid of it.

mrw1986 · Sep 28, 2008

Ah didn't realize it was the only REAL option available there. Get the Antec, without a doubt.

The_Real_DeaL31 · Sep 28, 2008

well looks like u dont have a choice go with the antec

Vincy Boy · Sep 28, 2008

Well Antec it is. Thanks guys. :toast:

. Still have to wait a while before my components get here but the PSU will give me company while I wait, not as good company as the 3 girls I share this apartment with, but that's another story...

mullered07 · Sep 28, 2008

Vincy Boy said:
not as good company as the 3 girls I share this apartment with, but that's another story...

u liar lol u live in a 1 bed studio apt and girls despise you, tell the truth

The_Real_DeaL31 · Sep 28, 2008

lucky guy, give us one

Vincy Boy · Sep 28, 2008

The beauty of the internet eh. Seriously though I do live with 3 girls, one's pregnant, not mine, too smart for that

. 19-23 years old. I would post pics but that would be rude.

I know 99.9% of you won't believe me though

The_Real_DeaL31 · Sep 28, 2008

well iam the 99.9 percent lol

Vincy Boy · Sep 28, 2008

And the other 0.1% "know" I'm a liar. :pimp:

The_Real_DeaL31 · Sep 28, 2008

smooth one vincy boy

p_o_s_pc · Sep 28, 2008

mrw1986 said:
Ah didn't realize it was the only REAL option available there. Get the Antec, without a doubt.

+1 get the Antec that is what i am looking at getting when i fix my rig

The_Real_DeaL31 · Sep 28, 2008

pospc, that cpu u have is hurting no offense, thats bottom of the barrel for 775 socket i believe

p_o_s_pc · Sep 28, 2008

The_Real_DeaL31 said:
pospc, that cpu u have is hurting no offense, thats bottom of the barrel for 775 socket i believe

YGPM and no offense taken

The_Real_DeaL31 · Sep 28, 2008

but i see it overlclocks well

Vincy Boy · Sep 28, 2008

After all the trouble I am getting a Corsair TX650 650W. SWEEET :toast:

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