Introduction

We would like to thank Corsair for supplying the review sample.


Corsair's plan with the revamped RM line is to offer the same performance levels as with its popular RMx lines at more affordable prices. To achieve this, all RM models come with slightly lower-quality capacitors which will still outlive the ten-year warranty and a more affordable fan that uses a rifle bearing. So instead of the Japanese Nichicon and Chemi-Con caps and bullet-proof NR135L fan the RMx models use, you will find Chinese Elite caps and a Hong-Hua fan in their RM units.



Despite the hardware changes mentioned above, the new RM models score higher than current RMx units in some areas as efficiency levels under ultra-light loads are better and the RM models support the new Modern Standby mode in Windows 10. Depending on the hardware, it usually takes 3–15 seconds for a PC in S3 sleep mode to turn on, while the modern standby function promises to bring this time to just under five seconds. As it seems, thanks to the new standby function, our PCs will be able to wake up as fast as our mobile phones.



In today's review, I am going to take a look at the second-strongest RM model with a maximum capacity of 750 W. The RM750 is fully modular and has two EPS and six PCIe connectors, so you definitely won't be left wanting for connectors. The number of peripheral connectors is sufficient as well, and contrary to the RMx models, no in-cable caps are used for better ripple suppression. As Corsair's PSU R&D director, Mr Jon Gerow, states, extra caps on the cables don't offer notably better ripple suppression. They are mostly used to satisfy strict reviewers (me included). Well, there is a point there indeed as it doesn't matter whether the ripple is 19-20 mV or 9-10 mV, for instance.

That said, this is a race, and the brand or manufacturer offering the best performance should be awarded. Finally, if it were not for weird reviewers (like me) who always ask for more, ripple performance would be considered fine for as long as it below 120 mV at +12V as that is what the ATX spec specifies. While every side of the fence has its points, the good thing is that we can meet somewhere in the middle.

Specifications

Cables and Connectors

All cables are long enough, but the distance between the peripheral connectors is short at only 100–110 mm. It should at least be 150 mm, especially on the 4-pin Molex connectors.

Component Analysis

The major differences with the RM750x (2018) are the different capacitors on the primary and secondary sides, Hong Hua fan, and new Champion resonant controller that supports burst operations with ultra-light loads for a major efficiency boost. Finally, the DC-DC converters use different FETs and a new PWM controller.


On the primary side, a half-bridge topology is utilized, along with an LLC resonant converter. The bulk caps are by Su'scon, and their combined capacity is lower than with the RM750x (660 uF vs. 860 uF).


Mostly Elite caps are used for ripple filtering on the secondary side, along with a small number of Su'scons. Besides electrolytic caps, a number of polymers are installed as well.


The DC-DC converters that generate the minor rails.


Polymer caps for extra ripple filtering and bus bars for lower losses on power transfers.


Soldering quality is good.


The Hong Hua fan with the rifle bearing. These fans are pretty good and don't cost a fortune, which is why most brands and manufacturers prefer them over more expensive brands (Sanyo Denki, Delta, Protechnic Electric, etc.) For speed control, Corsair uses a Microchip PIC16F1503 as it allows for precise control.