BitFenix Formula Gold 750 W Review 9

BitFenix Formula Gold 750 W Review

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Specifications

Bitfenix BF750G Features & Specifications
Max. DC Output750W
PFCActive PFC
Efficiency ETA-B, 80 PLUS Gold
PSU NoiseLAMBDA A++
ModularNo
Intel C6/C7 Power State SupportYes
Operating temperature0°C - 40°C
ProtectionsOver Voltage Protection
Under Voltage Protection
Over Power Protection
Over Temperature Protection
Over Current Protection
Short Circuit Protection
Cooling120 mm Fluid Dynamic Bearing Fan (DF1202512SEMN)
Semi-passive operationNo
Dimensions150 mm (W) x 86 mm (H) x 140 mm (D)
Weight1.91 kg
ComplianceATX12V v2.31, EPS 2.92
Warranty5 years
Price when reviewed (excl. VAT)$89.90
This PSU has both the Cybenetics ETA-B and LAMBDA-A++ badges and is 80 PLUS Gold certified. The LAMBDA-A++ noise badge is representative of a very quiet operation wherein a unit's overall noise output stays below 20 dB(A). In an effort to restrict production costs, there are no modular cables; none of these can be removed.

The maximum operating temperature for a continuous full load is restricted to 40°C, and all the necessary protection features are present. This unit's cooling duties are handled by a 120 mm FDB fan that isn't supported by a semi-passive mode, but we don't mind the lack of a semi-passive operation as long as the fan's RPM is low at light and moderate loads. Finally, the warranty is long enough at five years, and the unit will set you back nearly $90. $90 is enough for a unit with modular cables and a similar capacity from other brands, which means the BF750G will have to do quite well in terms of performance to be competitive.

Bitfenix BF750G Power Specifications
Rail3.3V5V12V112V212V312V45VSB-12V
Max. Power22A22A25A25A35A35A2.5A0.5A
120W750W12.5W6W
Total Max. Power750W
There are four +12V rails, of which two have 10A more current output than the others. The maximum combined power of the minor rails is enough for a modern system, and the 5VSB rail has the capacity typical of a contemporary PSU.

Cables & Connectors

Fixed Cables
DescriptionCable CountConnector Count (Total)Gauge
ATX connector 20+4 pin (660 mm)1118-22AWG
4+4 pin EPS12V (680 mm+150 mm)1218AWG
6+2 pin PCIe (550 mm+150 mm)2418AWG
SATA (510 mm+150 mm+150 mm+150 mm)1418AWG
SATA (510 mm+150 mm)+4 pin Molex (+150 mm+150 mm)24 / 418AWG
There are two EPS and four PCIe connectors, and eight SATA and four 4-pin Molex connectors. Given this is a non-modular unit, we are happy with the number of available cables and connectors, and the distance between connectors is 15 cm, which is perfect.

Power Distribution

Power Distribution
12V1ATX, SATA, Peripheral
12V2EPS
12V3PCIe1
12V4 PCIe2
This PSU has four +12V rails, distributed well among what available cables and connectors there are.
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