XFX PSU information!

Ace Modder · 28 Nov 2011 at 17:09

Hey guys!

I thought I would post about the XFX Power Supplies.

They are great units with a very reliable OEM behind them. If you want a quality great unit then look no further.

Q1. Well you may well ask who the OEM is?

Seasonic - for all the XFX PSU's. Unlike other PSU vendors even the entry level range is Seasonic.

Q2. What are the main differences between the ranges?

The 450w-850w Core Editions are none modular and 80 Plus Bronze rated. The Black Edition 750w/850w are 80 Plus Silver and Modular.
The Black Edition 1050w and 1250w are 80 Plus Gold and Modular.
The Black Edition 1000w is 80 Plus Platinium and Modular (only Platinium PSU that OcUK sells currently).

Q3. How reliable are the PSUs?

XFX offer a full 5 year warranty with ALL their PSUs so that is a good indication.

Q4. What makes these units reliable?

XFX use Seasonic who use only the best components to build the units. They also are made with one single, powerful 12volt rail to ensure the best source of power for your valuable hardware components.

Q5. How noisy is it?

Very quiet, the fan used is almost silent, and the unit has it's own built in PWM functionality to ensure that the fans speed is adjusted automatically depending on the load/temp of the unit.

Q6. Why buy an XFX unit?

As already stated a great 5 year warranty covers these products, including the entry level lines. XFX cover every wattage requirement for any system and being an XFX unit they look amazing. Our returns rate is also the lowest of any manufacturer/brand that we currently sell.

Here are a select few options within the range. Click Here for the full Range

XFX Pro 450W Core Edition '80 Plus Bronze' Power Supply @ £45.98 inc VAT

Unique, continuous EasyRail™ technology enables you to maximize available power and make set-up easy. Stack numerous power-hungry components without fear of crashing. It's also a perfect solution for hardcore gamers.

- 450W of continuous power at 50°C
- Tight voltage regulation (±5%)
- High efficiency operation up to 85% (80 Plus Bronze)
- Single, high power +12V rail (up to 53A/636W)
- High quality Japanese brand capacitors (105°C)
- Quiet 135mm ball bearing fan provides superior cooling
- Supports multiple high-end graphic adapters (NVIDIA SLI & ATI CrossFire Ready)
- Supports the latest ATX12V and EPS12V standards
- Active PFC with Universal AC input
- Energy Star 4.0 and RoHS compliant
- 5-Year Limited Warranty

Only £45.98 inc VAT.

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XFX 850W Black Edition Modular '80 Plus Silver' Power Supply @ £122.99 inc VAT

The XFX Black Edition 850 watt modular power supply gives you the power you need with a brilliant combination of form and function. Giving more than just life to your PC, this power supply allows easy cable management with modular connectors which helps increase airflow. With tight voltage regulation and high efficiency operation up to 88% (80 Plus Silver) this power supply will give you exactly what you need to keep your gaming charged and ready.

- 850W of continuous power at 50°C
- 80 Plus Silver Rating
- SLI Ready
- Detachable Modular Cables
- High quality Japanese brand capacitors (105°C)
- Tight voltage regulation (±3%)
- High efficiency operation up to 88% (80 Plus Silver)
- Single, high power +12V rail (up to 70A/840W)
- DC to DC Voltage Regulator modules for +3.3V and +5V
- Solid polymer caps provide enhanced reliability and stability
- Quiet 135mm ball bearing fan provides superior cooling
- Supports multiple high-end graphic cards (SLI & CrossFire)
- Active Power Factor Correction
- 5-year Limited Warranty

Only £122.99 inc VAT.

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XFX 1250W Black Edition Pro '80+ Gold' Certified Modular Power Supply @ £245.99 inc VAT

Only £245.99 inc VAT.

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XFX 1000W Black Edition Pro '80+ Platinum' Certified Modular Power Supply @ £224.99 inc VAT

Only £224.99 inc VAT.

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shootersam · 28 Nov 2011 at 17:16

Really loving the look of these PSU's. The performance seems great as well. Very tempted to buy one for my new build, the 5 year warranty is the main selling point for me along with the silence.

CaptainUnlikely · 28 Nov 2011 at 17:59

Wow, didn't realise XFX had brought out the 1000/1250W units.
Same as the Seasonic Platinum-1000 and X-1250 respectively from what I've read, so fantastic units, and fully modular too.

I've always maintained that XFX PSUs are almost always the best value for money out there whatever wattage you need, good to see them getting some attention,

Skeese · 28 Nov 2011 at 18:10

Awesome PSUs, I have the 750W Modular Black Edition

fowler002 · 28 Nov 2011 at 19:01

were is the xfx rma based? stulid found something but that was a link through a nvidia site so maybe for gpus.

oh and looks like you've upped the price of the platinum one by £5, I'm sure it was £220 when I looked the other day.

Ace Modder · 28 Nov 2011 at 19:30

fowler002 said:
were is the xfx rma based? stulid found something but that was a link through a nvidia site so maybe for gpus.

oh and looks like you've upped the price of the platinum one by £5, I'm sure it was £220 when I looked the other day.

Aye, our initial stock at a 1.58 dollar rate all sold out. Had to rebuy at 1.55 rate

fowler002 · 28 Nov 2011 at 20:38

no reply regarding the rma question?

the seasonic one is same price and has 2yrs extra warranty, which would you get if you were buying? forget your ocuk bias for the time being.

Ace Modder · 28 Nov 2011 at 21:40

I'm not sure where the RMA centre is, I'm waiting on a reply from XFX.

fowler002 · 29 Nov 2011 at 03:07

ok
but with the 5yr warranty how much of that is covered by you? just the first month/first year/etc?

Ace Modder · 29 Nov 2011 at 09:50

To enable the 5 year warranty you must register your PSU here http://xfxforce.com/en-gb/Help/Support.aspx (All explained in the box too)

Also the RMA centre is in the UK - Preston to be exact.

You can use us for the first year for any RMA's or deal with XFX directly. Either is fine for us. After the first year you have to deal with XFX directly and there turn-around is very quick too.

This is better than our other top selling PSU's. OCZ and Corsair's RMA centers are both based in Holland which means that shipping back of faulty units is far more costly than XFX UK returns

But looking at the products the fault percentage is extremely low anyway

iB CoMpL3XiTy · 29 Nov 2011 at 12:24

Any chance of price matching two of your competitors at £174.99 for the XFX 1050W Black Edition Pro version?

Also when will you be getting more stock in?

Bane · 29 Nov 2011 at 12:56

Always good to get some insider knowledge. Thanks.

Wonder if XFX will release a fully modular PSU like Seasonic X-Series or Platinium series. As they are great for highly managed cases or small ones when PSU needs removing but don't want to remove the cables.

CaptainUnlikely · 29 Nov 2011 at 13:06

Bane said:
Always good to get some insider knowledge. Thanks.

Wonder if XFX will release a fully modular PSU like Seasonic X-Series or Platinium series. As they are great for highly managed cases or small ones when PSU needs removing but don't want to remove the cables.

The XFX 1250, 1050 and 1000 are all fully modular.

jaf2212 · 29 Nov 2011 at 13:49

Been looking at buying a new 750W PSU and have been leaning towards XFX one, must have read nearly every review on these. They sound like a great unit at a good price too

fowler002 · 29 Nov 2011 at 13:57

jaf2212 said:
Been looking at buying a new 750W PSU and have been leaning towards XFX one, must have read nearly every review on these. They sound like a great unit at a good price too

if you don't mind non-modular the core edition 750w is £72 today only, the black edition which is modular is £100(normally £105 but on offer from last wednesday to tommorow morning).

jaf2212 · 29 Nov 2011 at 14:01

fowler002 said:
if you don't mind non-modular the core edition 750w is £72 today only, the black edition which is modular is £100(normally £105 but on offer from last wednesday to tommorow morning).

Yeah I know, looking the the black edition modular one as I can't be bothered to hide all spare cables. Just have to check the funds a day before pay day and this close to xmas

CaptainUnlikely · 29 Nov 2011 at 14:16

The modular is also a slightly better unit.
I'd say it's worth the extra £28 for the modular cables and slightly better quality, go for it

you won't be disappointed.

SL09 · 29 Nov 2011 at 14:16

the 1000W+ are awesome. just too pricey.

pc_monkey · 3 Dec 2011 at 18:43

Just found this post while searching for a new PSU. The 850Watt version, is it the same as what was reviewed here?

jaf2212 · 3 Dec 2011 at 18:48

k_poh said:
Just found this post while searching for a new PSU. The 850Watt version, is it the same as what was reviewed here?

Yes it is the same as the one above and here