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CX430 would be only model I would ever consider out of the CX line, and that's because of their absurdly low prices when on sale (recently $10 AR). No other CX PSU is worth it IMO.
XFX 550w PSUs sometime go on sale for ~$25, and they are all Seasonic made.
The high end EVGAs have been getting rave reviews, but the lower models, not so much. They're a lot more meh, especially in terms of price/performance.
I am building a nas
Some requirements : Low power ( non energy hog), low heat, very quiet
Components inside
n3700 cpu
8gb ram
4 x 3 tb dred drives
2x 140mm fans
What power supplies would fit that build?
CX430 would be only model I would ever consider out of the CX line, and that's because of their absurdly low prices when on sale (recently $10 AR). No other CX PSU is worth it IMO.
What's your proof for that?CX430 = avoid
CX430m = good buy
The 430m is a higher quality replacement. Avoid the prior model. It's not horrible, just generally the same price and not as good as the 430m.
What's your proof for that?
I'm pretty sure the m is for modular. that's the only difference I saw...
I'll trust you on the lower end EVGA's, I've never personally used one myself.
I never buy a PSU more or less for a computer that usually runs under $80 bucks without a rebate to begin with I guess, in a long time.
You can usually find a good one about half off these days if you really look around.
CX430 = avoid
CX430m = good buy
The 430m is a higher quality replacement. Avoid the prior model. It's not horrible, just generally the same price and not as good as the 430m.
I'm pretty sure the m is for modular. that's the only difference I saw...
Fair questions.
Both are made by Channel Well. Prendragon already noted a key difference (standard vs. semi-modular). The other key difference is the efficiency. The CX430 is an older 80+ certified model. The CX430m is an upgraded 80+ Bronze certified model.
I didn't say that the CX430 was bad, just that the 430m was an upgraded model and typically at the same price. The quality difference (semi-modular aside) is similar to that of an EVGA G2 vs. a P2. If they were the exact same price, there would be no justification for getting a G2. Same applies here.
Let me know when you see a CX430M for $10 AR.
CX430 has been updated to 80+ Bronze. 99% sure they are identical other than modularity.
A difference in efficiency that basically means nothing. There's only a 2% to 5% difference separating 80+ and 80+ Bronze. So even if the CX430 wasn't Bronze certified, it still wouldn't mean much in the grand scheme of things. Then again, 80+ ranking in and of itself is fairly worthless as well:Fair questions.
Both are made by Channel Well. Prendragon already noted a key difference (standard vs. semi-modular). The other key difference is the efficiency. The CX430 is an older 80+ certified model. The CX430m is an upgraded 80+ Bronze certified model.
I didn't say that the CX430 was bad, just that the 430m was an upgraded model and typically at the same price. The quality difference (semi-modular aside) is similar to that of an EVGA G2 vs. a P2. If they were the exact same price, there would be no justification for getting a G2. Same applies here.
A difference in efficiency that basically means nothing. There's only a 2% to 5% difference separating 80+ and 80+ Bronze. So even if the CX430 wasn't Bronze certified, it still wouldn't mean much in the grand scheme of things. Then again, 80+ ranking in and of itself is fairly worthless as well:
Not quite my argument. I'll explain:I'm not one to argue over the internet, so I'll only state this once. Do what you will with it. Although this has been settled and I was incorrect:
My statement was that product B was superior to product A. In this example, Product B was modular, offered superior efficiency, and came at the same price. And you're arguing against that? Why? Yes, again, we know that my assessment was wrong, but that's not what you're arguing. You're literally arguing that if one product offers a better feature (modular), higher efficiency, and is offered at the same price, it's not better. I don't understand that, but again, I'll leave it at that.
I still don't think there is any difference and the argument is moot.
CORSAIR CX series CX430 430W ATX12V v2.3 80 PLUS BRONZE Certified Active PFC Power Supply - Newegg.com says 80+ bronze. and every single spec is identicle.
these as ok psus and should be fine for what the op is looking for. if he wants higher quality then anything mentioned above will be good too.
"As the power capacity of the CX430M is rather low, we did not expect great changes in temperature. Truly, the exhaust air temperature of the unit is less than a single Celsius degree higher than that of the ambient air while the power supply is mildly loaded. As the load increases, so does the temperature delta, reaching however only up to 5.6°C at maximum load."Sounds like there quiet any word on heat output?
yes, they just cost more.Would an sfx power run quiet and cool enough