Enermax Modu87+ 700w PSU Review

1. Introduction2. Enermax ModU87+ 700W PSU3. Inside the Enermax ModU87+ 700W PSU4. Testing Methodology and Results5. Closing Thoughts6. View All Pages

Enermax Technology Corporation are one of the most highly regarded power supply providers to the enthusiast marketplace. I have owned many over the years myself, long before I worked for any publication. They have never let me down and they are one of the few companies I immediately shortlist if I am in the market myself for a new unit. The 1250W Revolution is still a mainstay in the KitGuru review test bed units.

We have the ModU87+ 700W unit in our labs today and we are excited to review it, because of the technology they have incorporated inside. The ModU87+ range is a reflection of their most efficient range of units on the market and is targeting a similar audience to the previous Infiniti range.

With the new PSU range Enermax have developed some key concepts. A Dynamic Hybrid Transformer Topology is in place to reduce energy loss on the first AC Stage. This is based on a resonant topology, the basic principle of which is already used in LCD panels. Until recently however the technology was static by design and unstable when translated into PC power supply designs. Enermax were able to eliminate the static nature however, due to a dynamic chain of capacitors and transformers. In reality this means that the Modu87+ (and Pro 87+) can reach a peak efficiency of up to 93 percent at 230V, giving a 80 PLUS Gold certification.

Additionally to aid with cooling they are using one of their new Twister Bearing fans which reduces noise levels. Their new controller system also means that the fan can spin at 330rpm under low load, which is inaudible, unless recorded by specialist equipment. Even when loaded the 13.9cm fan is not meant to exceed 1,000rpm, which in theory should mean a very quiet running unit.

Enermax Modu87+ PSU

80PLUS® Gold 87 to 93 percent efficiency @ 230V and 20 to 100 percent load. 80PLUS® Gold certified.

Dynamic Hybrid Transformer Topology Technological breakthrough topology using a staged dynamic transformer array for extremely high efficiency with the most durable and stable output at any load.

Intel ATX12V v2.3 Compliant with latest desktop power supply design guide. Full support of most current CPU: Intel® Core 2 Duo™ / Quad™ / Extreme™/ i7™ / i5™ / i3™ and AMD® Athlon™ 64X2/X4 or Phenom™ X3/X4.

Stable and reliable power Three high-performance and massive 12V rails. Extremely low ripple noise.

Future ready and flexible All-round modular cable management. 10/12P sockets for possible connector changes of upcoming high-performance CPU and graphics card generations.

DXXI ready! Full support of most current DX11 graphics cards due to minimum two 6+2P (8P) PCI-E connectors.

Full graphics power Supports SLI™ and CrossFireX™ systems.

C6 & Hybrid Support Supports energy saving modes of current and future CPU & GPU generations (C6 & Hybrid Mode) due to ZERO LOAD Design (no minimum load).

Air Cooling by Enermax Integrated 13.9cm fan with patented Twister Bearing Technology ensures efficient and ultra silent cooling and long lifetime (100,000 hours MTBF).

SpeedGuard II Unmatched 330RPM at low loads. Path breaking and leading patented fan control for optimal cooling and minimum noise.

HeatGuard Keeping PSU fan running for 30-60 seconds after shut down to dissipate the remaining system heat and prolonging system lifetime.

Hybrid Capacitor Array High-performance capacitor array of heavy-duty solid state capacitors and Japanese electrolytic capacitors to ensure tightest DC stability and regulation.

SafeGuard Industry-leading octuple protection circuitry of OCP, OVP, AC UVP, DC UVP, OPP, OTP, SCP & SIP.

CordGuard Fixing the AC cord tightly to avoid accidental shutdowns of your PC.

Non-stop @ 50°C Non-Stop industrial class performance at 50°C ambient.

Worldwide Compatibility 100-240V AC input with automatic adjustment and up to 99% active Power Factor Correction (PFC) for global usage.

Dimensions (W x H x D) 500 / 600 / 700W: 150mm x 86mm x 160mm, 800W: 175mm x 86mm x 160mm

5 years vendor warranty

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