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Power Supply Thermaltake TR2 W0070RUC vs. OCZ ModXStream Pro OCZ500MXS

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I am trying to decide between these two power supplies.

I have a matx case.

Thermaltake TR2 W0070RUC 430W for $20.99 after rebate.

vs.

OCZ ModXStream Pro OCZ500MXSP 500W (modular) for $39.99 after rebate

Obviously, I would love to save the $ and use it towards RAM for my build.

But am not sure which one I should go for and if its worth the extra $20 for the modular one.

Now, one lingering problem I see is that the Thermaltake only has two sata connectors, yet I have three sata devices.

So that might rule itself out

would appreciate the input.

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That Thermaltake is is probably this one and is pretty much garbage
http://www.hardwaresecrets.com/article/332

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Reply to DellUser1

Thanks - amazing review - that is the PS that newegg is selling.

I'm looking for a great PSU at a great price, i know its hard, but so far i think the OCZ Modstream is the only one right now that fits that criteria.

The components I have so far are :

# GIGABYTE GA-G31M-ES2L matx motherboard
#PENTIUM DUAL-CORE E5200 2.5G (800MHz)

Combo cost me $106

# Apex Micro ATX Tower

Cost me $25

# Video Card with HDMI port

Cost me $15

Objective is to build a powerhouse PC at a budget price.

Any other PSU you all can recommend. Otherwise will just go with the OCZ.

Reply to jiqbal

This is what I recommend:

OCZ ModXStream Pro OCZ600MXSP 600W ATX12V V2.2 / EPS12V SLI Certified CrossFire Ready 80 PLUS Certified Modular Active PFC Power Supply compatible with core i7 - Retail $49.99 after rebate
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6817341017

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Message edited by evongugg on 08-17-2009 at 08:51:57 PM
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Reply to evongugg

Thanks for the info - yeah that is the same line i was thinking, except the one i listed is the 500W for $10 less.

Reply to jiqbal

I would recommend something better quality and lower wattage, Seasonic S12II 330/380 or Corsair CX400 would be plenty of power for that system.

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