Pros:
-something better than 300w in the TFX PSU selection.
-8 pin PCIe connector for new video cards
-quiet running (no humm)
-fits my Inwin BL040
Cons:
-an octopus of cables that needs to be tied up
-a second cpu 8 or 4 pin connector would be nice for the newer AM5 motherboards.
-I'm not sure who uses the old molex connectors?
Overall reason for my purchase.
I needed a 500w psu with a 8 pin PCIe connector for the newer RTX 4060 low profile video card I purchased recently. Before I had a 300w psu by Silverstone that still works well but it needed a 6 pin to 8 pin PCIe adapter. I even tried the 700w version.
This psu comes with a nice set of extension cables: The 8 pin PCIe connector and even a daisy change for a second PCIe connector, one pair of molex connectors, a 8 pin cpu connector (just 1 some AM5 boards use 2 now) , 2 pairs of SATA cables, and the 24pin motherboard power cable. It's a old style octopus so the wires have to be tucked or hidden if even possible in a small Irwin BL040 case. Each extension is about 12" long.
This psu connected right up and had no issues. I don't hear a noticeable humming like the 700w had and this 500w psu seems to stay cooler then the 300w previously under load.
Silverstone makes really nice TFX psus!
| Brand | SilverStone Technology |
|---|---|
| Item model number | SST-TX500-G |
| Item Weight | 3.54 pounds |
| Product Dimensions | 7 x 3.4 x 2.6 inches |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 7 x 3.4 x 2.6 inches |
| Color | black (lead-free paint) |
| Manufacturer | SilverStone Technology |
| ASIN | B08WT6WCCQ |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Date First Available | February 1, 2021 |
