SilverStone created the Essential Bronze series power supplies to provide users with affordable, but highly efficient choices when building PCs, and now an ARGB variant is available for those who wish to add a little bling to their build. The ET500-ARGB has 80 PLUS Bronze efficiency with single +12V rail and the ability to provide 24/7 40 continuous power output. In addition, it includes a set of all-black flat cables for better cable management and a 120mm silent ARGB fan with an externally accessible ARGB button for easily changing among 17 pre-set lighting effects. Systems with mid to high level graphics cards can also be powered easily and efficiently by Essential Bronze series PSUs standard 8pin / 6pin PCIe connectors, making them the leading choice when building PCs on a budget.
SilverStone's ET Series of ATX-class power supplies offers an ideal blend of features and value in the 500W-750W PSU market. The ET Series comprises five tiers:
"B" - Bronze with fixed cables
"G" - Gold with fixed cables
"HG" - Gold with semi-modular cables
"MG" - Gold with fully-modular cables
"ARGB" - Integrated ARGB lighting
The ET500 ARGB, an entry-level model in the ET series of power supplies, offers tremendous value per dollar, along with eye-catching lighting effects. It provides the following impressive features:
80 Plus Bronze efficiency
All-black flat cable design
ARGB fan
Display 17 lighting effects via ARGB control button, or connect to ARGB motherboards or other ARGB devices using +5V ARGB connector
80 Plus LevelBronzeGoldGoldBronzeWattage550W550W550W500WDimensions150 mm (W) x 86 mm (H) x 140 mm (D)150mm (W) x 86 mm (H) x 140 mm (D)150 mm (W) x 86 mm (H) x 160 mm (D)150 mm (W) x 86 mm (H) x 140 mm (D)Power Density305W per liter305W per liter267W per liter277W per literFan Size120mm120mm140mm120mmRails+3.3V: 18A, +5V: 16A, +12V: 42A+3.3V: 20A, +5V: 20A, +12V: 45A+3.3V: 20A, +5V: 20A, +12V: 45A+3.3V: 18A, +5V: 17A, +12V: 38ACable TypeFixedFixedSemi-ModularFixed Help others learn more about this product by uploading a video! The SilverStone ET500 ARGB Power Supply Control ARGB Effects Directly or Via Motherboard Standard 5V/3-Pin ARGB connector included Close up view of integrated ARGB fan Integrated light switch for directly controlling ARGB effects