| Antec Neo HE 500 PSU Review |
| Written by Maxit | ||||
Page 2 of 2 In The LabsPerformance is one of the most important factors when it comes to choosing a power supply. The Antec unit didn't disappoint. The PSU performed very well and proved reliable under real world tests even under the heaviest of loads. The 12v rails stayed solid and about 12 volts throughtout a 24 hours soak test - Prime95, photoshop, F.E.A.R and benchmarking. The unit efficiency is actually greater than the ATX recommendation of 80% under load and the average efficieny is some where between 80 and 85%. This PSU is one of the greenest in its class. The output voltages are solid and stable. Universal Input with Active PFC is another great feature that attributes to the performance of the Neo HE 500. The fan in this unit needs a special mention. The 80mm fan is controlled by the internal equipment and even under heavy load, the sound of the fan is inaudible - at least to our scientific equipment consisting of a pair of ears pushed up to the unit. So what kind of a system could this unit power. Well, according to the extreme wattage calculator a mega beastie one and still have 50 watts in reserve!
The Bottom LineWithout doubt, this is a cracking power supply and perhaps the best you can buy in the 500-600W segment. It has enough power to run the top processors and graphics cards including the new 8800GTX card from NVIDIA. With SLI support, great efficiency and very quiet operation, it's hard to find fault with the Neo HE. The modular cables are a welcome addition, allowing easy cable management and clutter free wiring. The price is good, especially considering the 5 year warranty Antec throw in, and the stabilty impressive even in extreme systems. It's super efficient and might even save you a few bucks every month on your power bill! If you aren't planning on running a couple of 8800GTX cards in SLI configuration, this power supply should be top of your shopping list.   Pros
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Special thanks to Antec and their PR company for sending in the unit for evaluation. You can find out lots more about their latest products by visiting their website at http://www.antec.com
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