Bitfenix Formula Gold 750W PSU Review

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The Bitfenix Formula Gold is a solid power supply and the OEM design from CWT is technically as good as you are going to get at this price. The Whisper range of supplies have apparently been selling well to the higher end enthusiast user so it makes sense for Bitfenix to release a more cost effective range of supplies for a wider audience.

I was pleasantly surprised by how quiet the Formula Gold was in operation. Its true that under full load conditions you will hear the fan but that is not a likely situation in most cases. If you need a constant 750 watts at the socket you need to be aiming for a larger capacity power supply.

The pricing in the United Kingdom is fairly competitive – its available on pre-order right now from Overclockers UK for £82.99 inc vat HERE. This makes it around £17 less expensive than the Bitfenix Whisper M Series 750W which is available for £100 HERE.

In the United Kingdom there are competitor products available, but they are louder and more expensive and if you can live with the lack of modular cabling, then the Bitfenix Formula Gold 750W is hard to beat at the price. Internally we are always pleased to see 105c rated Japanese Capacitors – so kudos to Bitfenix for not taking the cheaper route in the Chinese market.

For £82, and considering the performance and lack of noise at high output – the Formula Gold 750W supply should be right at the top of your shortlist. It is a quality unit that doesn't cost the earth. The five year guarantee isn't groundbreaking, but at the price, it should offer some peace of mind.

Buy from Overclockers UK for £82.99 inc vat HERE.

Pros:

• Competitive pricing.
• Technically solid.
• Very low noise levels.
• Compact.
• 105c Japanese Capacitors.
• Tight Load Regulation.
• delivered almost 850 watts.
• Good Ripple Suppresion.

Cons:

• Not modular.
• only a 5 year warranty.

KitGuru says: This is a great power supply at a very competitive price point and should be right at the top of your shortlist.

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