Engineered to support intense power needs, the Corsair HX520w is ideal for high performance and gaming systems. Delivering 520 Watts of continuous power, the power supply is perfect for dual-GPU setups, supporting the latest ATX12V v2.2 and EPS12V 2.91 standards, and backward compatible with ATX12V 2.01 systems. The circuitry design offers up to 80% efficiency under wide load range. Active Power Factor Correction increases efficiency and delivers reliable power. The ultra-quiet 120 mm fan varies the RPM with the temperature, offering greater airflow as needed.
Enhanced modular flexible cables offer easier cable routing and clean up clutter. This increases airflow and aids in heat dissipation. Over Current/Voltage/Power Protection, Under Voltage Protection, and Short Circuit Protection shield your critical system components from errant power fluctuations. The capacitors used in the HX520w are of 105oC industrial grade and offer unparalleled performance with high reliability.
The universal AC input 90 ~ 264 V automatically scans and adjusts the HX520w to operate at the available input voltage. Gold-plated connectors offer oxide-free and low-resistance connectivity to your system components. Triple 12 V rails provide independent and reliable power to your CPU, your video card and to the other components of your system.
ATX12V v2.2 and EPS12V CompatibleCompatible with the ATX12V v2.2 and EPS12V standards, the CORSAIR HX520w provides maximum power stability to drive the latest Intel and AMD processors as well as other components for desktop and entry-level server computer systems.
520W Maximum PowerA maximum power of 520W delivers safe, reliable output for high-end computer systems.
Modular Cable DesignThe modular cable design allows use of only the cables you need resulting in improved internal airflow and reduced system clutter.
NVIDIA SLI CertifiedThe CORSAIR HX520w has gone through a series of rigorous NVIDIA SLI certification tests for maximum system stability when building NVIDIA SLI PCs.
Pros: If you laid out the amount of watts this thing can really put out, you could cover an area the size of Belgium. Modular cables made the right way, Watts truely rated at RMS. Quiet even under "full" load. Packaging could be saved and used as a stocking stuffer later in the year.
Cons: Could not be used to jump start an 87 civic and i had to buy a usb cup warmer as i could no longer warm my coffee on the back of my case.
Overall Review: I take this seriously. Very seriously. The room is white, high-ceilinged, interrupted by curves of steel equipment here and there. I am wearing safety goggles and my boots are lined with plastic bags. There is a multimeter to my left, a glass of water to my right, and beneath my chair a syringe filled with hydrocortisone. In front of me sits a test bed of parts all powered by the corsair 520hx. The powersupply is quiet, sturdy, a clean low gloss black paint covers it that somehow communicates both depth and solidity. I slowly reach towards the ignition button, hesitating every so slightly before engaging. One FX-60 fitted on an A8N32 being cooled by a Monsoon II TEC start it's whirring beeping routine. The 21" Monitor clicks on as the 8800gts's fan finesses air over it's hidden heatsink. Four sata drives react with vigor as they are ordered to life. The dangerous part is over. I checked the watts being fed, 517, the PSU scoffed in disgust as it's internal temp was only 103f.