modular vs non-modular

[deshepherd]

Apart from providing ability to make cabling a bit tidier (and not end up with a bundle of unused cables in the corner of the case!) are there any benefits of modular PSUs over non-modular versions?

 

[deshepherd]

Thanks for the info. I've currently got a 450W Corsair PSU (?? VX). Currently running an AMD 960T, 6850, ssd, hdd, dvd etc and power meter on power cord seemed never to read more that ~230W (forget what figures were).Thinking about some upgrades ... may take gfx to 280X and perhaps cpu to 8320/8350 (and overclock). Should I be budgeting for new PSU as well (and if I do that probably have enough cast-offs to put together a new PC at the same time) and if so what power rating to future proof me for the next few years?

 

[deshepherd]

That's quite an old PSU I would be planning on buying a new one that is 550w or 650w with a few more years in mind

Older than I thought ... bought it from OCUK so checked my account and found I bought it in Dec 08 - so its done good service and lasted a lot longer than the cheap 500W PSU it replaced!

Seen the Corsair CX750 for ~£70 (or ~£60 for non-nmodular). Think this is their entry level range and is bronze rated ... is this a good choice or is it worth moving up to a higher range for gold rating (even if means dropping to lower power like 650W)