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The High Current Pro 850W Power Supply is set to continue the long line of success stories for Antec. We were immediately struck by the beautiful and somewhat unique blue paint scheme and the high standard of internal detail. We are always pleased to see top quality Rubycon 105c capacitors being implemented alongside Chemi Con and Sanyo Polymer capacitors.
The semi modular Delta/Antec design is very proficient, showing high levels of efficiency across the full range of tested loads to achieve the much sought after 80 Plus Gold Certification. The large ADDA fan maintains an impressive range of temperatures, without creating a racket. Ripple results are also very impressive, with only 20mv recorded on the 12V output at full load.
All the cables are fully sleeved right into the PSU housing and the modular cables are of an equally high standard. No corners have been compromised with the HCP design and the testing proves that Antec are clearly out to impress the enthusiast audience.
This is certainly one of the best designs on the market right now and earns our seal of approval, however as with all 80 Plus Gold certified power supplies just be prepared to dig a little deeper into your wallet. As we mentioned earlier, pricing is set at $249 in the USA, which we will assume should translate to around £170 in the United Kingdom when it hits retail.
KitGuru says: Not much to fault, unless you have a personal loathing for blue paint.
That is an excellent supply, rather costly but expected with gold certification
Hey, they had me on the blue paint alone :p
Seriously though, this is fantastic. Delta are known for good designs, but tis good to hear that antec had a part in the design.
850W should cover all bases really. good review KG
Indeed a bit expensive PSU but for that quality it is worthed 🙂 Also quality PSU can survive several builds so spending bit more for a quality is always a good investment 🙂
Excellent testing and delta make some good products. Antec however do have input into the design, not like many other OEMs who just accept a design and use it.
On my shortlist now. for jan upgrade to new intel core tech
Have always bought antec power supplies, lasted me for years every time. Will order this for my upcoming system build. stick with companies you trust I say.