A quick google search says $270. How many people who require a small chassis (but not rack-mount) also require high-wattage and would be willing to pay for this? I'm sure there are some, but it seems to me I'd rather pay a bit less, get an equal quality and capable power supply that dares to exceed ATX in this one way, and buy a chassis that permits that.
In German it is 203€ from a reputable retailer. It is within 10€ to 20€ of units that are 190mm or 200mm deep and from reputable manufacturers and retailers (Cooler Master, Enermax, Corsair). The price and performance is pretty reasonable to me. This might make a sick mATX TR3 system with dual GPUs in a (comparitively) tiny form factor. I'd dig it.
I am willing to pay for it. I think all consumer/prosumer PSU's should be SFX or SFX-L already regardless of case size, racking mounting (all mine are Rosewill 4U chassis) or even motherboard size (all mine are ATX and EATX).
Is he using it because the case actually can't fit a bigger PSU? I am finding it hard to imagine anyone designing a case that can fit an E-ATX motherboard and 4 GPUs but can't fit a "normal" 1200W PSU.
It's so minor but I wish they went with a black PCB and I really don't like the blue connection ports, although I realize it's their "signature" branding. You don't see the PCB often but this is a high quality enthusiast PSU and nearly all of the same class us black PCBs; it fits the market better than the generic server / "don't care" green PCB. But I love to see more SFX & SFX-L PSU's. And yes, I really do want to use that size for all my ATX & EATX motherboards and all my cases, regardless of size, even my 4U Rosewill chassis. Lets continue to move forward with density & design improvements in the PSU realm, not just CPU / GPUs. It sucks just how long it takes for people (not even just companies) to stop doing things just because they're so used to doing it a certain way and then become naysayers when such products come now. They product is very welcomed in my opinion.
I've used a lot of SilverStone smaller (450-550W) units in small builds and been very happy, but would be hard pressed not to opt for a larger case and go with a Seasonic in this range.
I had both the last 1200w & a 850w Platinum from Silverstone die on me, whilst I applaud the size, they really needed to up their game on the PSU before making it smaller again.
It's like having a 600w PSU with turbo boost upto 1200w. A 900w version with a bit more free space & easier airflow would be better for some users. Future versions may improve efficiency so you can run at higher loads without the hairdryer noise.
Since SLI and Crossfire are dead, the only people who care about PSUs able to supply over a KW are miners and extreme overclockers - neither of which have a use for mITX chassis. So, this is a product looking for a market, which is not exactly a formula for success.
I have built my own PCs for 30 years. I'm going to build the last one of my professional working career in the next 8-12 months. It will be built to last 5 years (my current I7-3770k, 16GB, 500GB rig has been in service since late 2012) and it will be substantial. However, it will not a power supply that cost much over $100.
I don't see the point. Some people will buy this thinking 50% loads, and other bs. Truth is no real SFF build requires over 750 watts which will cover a 2080 Ti with a 200 watt CPU. No SLI builds that require SFX power supply. Maybe specialty applications, but I mostly see it going to people with too much money, and not enough knowledge.
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EdgeOfDetroit - Friday, October 11, 2019 - link
A quick google search says $270. How many people who require a small chassis (but not rack-mount) also require high-wattage and would be willing to pay for this? I'm sure there are some, but it seems to me I'd rather pay a bit less, get an equal quality and capable power supply that dares to exceed ATX in this one way, and buy a chassis that permits that.Death666Angel - Friday, October 11, 2019 - link
In German it is 203€ from a reputable retailer. It is within 10€ to 20€ of units that are 190mm or 200mm deep and from reputable manufacturers and retailers (Cooler Master, Enermax, Corsair). The price and performance is pretty reasonable to me. This might make a sick mATX TR3 system with dual GPUs in a (comparitively) tiny form factor. I'd dig it.CheapSushi - Friday, October 11, 2019 - link
I am willing to pay for it. I think all consumer/prosumer PSU's should be SFX or SFX-L already regardless of case size, racking mounting (all mine are Rosewill 4U chassis) or even motherboard size (all mine are ATX and EATX).AlyxSharkBite - Saturday, October 12, 2019 - link
I agree I have a hard time picturing a SFF PC needing a 1200W PSU. Even if it was an i9-9980XE and a 2080Ti build.patrickjp93 - Sunday, October 13, 2019 - link
While "I" wouldn't run such a setup, I do know a guy with a dual-Epyc board and 4 Nvidia Teslas who uses this.notashill - Monday, October 14, 2019 - link
Is he using it because the case actually can't fit a bigger PSU? I am finding it hard to imagine anyone designing a case that can fit an E-ATX motherboard and 4 GPUs but can't fit a "normal" 1200W PSU.bigboxes - Monday, October 14, 2019 - link
Haha! Exactly. If you have a case that fit an EATX Mobo and 4 GPUs then you most definitely can fit an ATX psutonyou - Monday, October 14, 2019 - link
We have two 33-34 liter sized HTPC cases capable of fitting true SSI-EEB level E-ATX motherboards and multiple cards that could benefit from a shorter PSU:https://www.silverstonetek.com/product.php?pid=330
https://www.silverstonetek.com/product.php?pid=331
Tams80 - Monday, October 14, 2019 - link
You might want to read up on power curves and power efficiency.CheapSushi - Friday, October 11, 2019 - link
It's so minor but I wish they went with a black PCB and I really don't like the blue connection ports, although I realize it's their "signature" branding. You don't see the PCB often but this is a high quality enthusiast PSU and nearly all of the same class us black PCBs; it fits the market better than the generic server / "don't care" green PCB. But I love to see more SFX & SFX-L PSU's. And yes, I really do want to use that size for all my ATX & EATX motherboards and all my cases, regardless of size, even my 4U Rosewill chassis. Lets continue to move forward with density & design improvements in the PSU realm, not just CPU / GPUs. It sucks just how long it takes for people (not even just companies) to stop doing things just because they're so used to doing it a certain way and then become naysayers when such products come now. They product is very welcomed in my opinion.RealBeast - Friday, October 11, 2019 - link
I've used a lot of SilverStone smaller (450-550W) units in small builds and been very happy, but would be hard pressed not to opt for a larger case and go with a Seasonic in this range.C@mM! - Friday, October 11, 2019 - link
I had both the last 1200w & a 850w Platinum from Silverstone die on me, whilst I applaud the size, they really needed to up their game on the PSU before making it smaller again.tygrus - Friday, October 11, 2019 - link
It's like having a 600w PSU with turbo boost upto 1200w. A 900w version with a bit more free space & easier airflow would be better for some users. Future versions may improve efficiency so you can run at higher loads without the hairdryer noise.The_Assimilator - Saturday, October 12, 2019 - link
Since SLI and Crossfire are dead, the only people who care about PSUs able to supply over a KW are miners and extreme overclockers - neither of which have a use for mITX chassis. So, this is a product looking for a market, which is not exactly a formula for success.PenGunn - Saturday, October 12, 2019 - link
I made an account for this. You just get the Seasonic that fits your purpose, no need for heavy thinking. ;)HardwareDufus - Sunday, October 13, 2019 - link
I have built my own PCs for 30 years. I'm going to build the last one of my professional working career in the next 8-12 months. It will be built to last 5 years (my current I7-3770k, 16GB, 500GB rig has been in service since late 2012) and it will be substantial. However, it will not a power supply that cost much over $100.Showtime - Tuesday, October 15, 2019 - link
I don't see the point. Some people will buy this thinking 50% loads, and other bs. Truth is no real SFF build requires over 750 watts which will cover a 2080 Ti with a 200 watt CPU. No SLI builds that require SFX power supply. Maybe specialty applications, but I mostly see it going to people with too much money, and not enough knowledge.umano - Tuesday, October 15, 2019 - link
I am waiting for their 1000w sfx-L and I hope a dual gpu prosumer card that needs that power :)