Corsair HX620W power supply review

Robert Hallock 10 Nov, 2008 at 12:04am ET Article published in Tech

Final thoughts

From an analytical perspective, the Corsair HX620W’s peak-to-peak variation in ripple is worrisome, though your computer probably would not care in day-to-day operation. We were similarly concerned with the unit’s tendency to slip under ideal voltages when a load has been applied.

At the end of the day we would have preferred to see less ripple and more consistent voltage. While the power supply is by no means bad, we do not recommend pairing it with a monstrous tri-SLI system.

With that said, we strongly believe that this power supply is perfect for a system built on a budget of $1200 or less. Corsair has always made solid products, and we are definitely not worried about this one faltering or failing under the load such a system would pose.

Alternatively, the HX620W may be a perfect choice for someone who is looking to build an attractive system. As the flat cables take a nod from the direction of SATA, the attractive colors really round it out to give the unit a flavor we dig.

We are pleased to present the Corsair HX620W with the Icrontic Stamp of Approval.

You can find this power supply for as little as $149.99 at online retailers.

Icrontic member Drew Beckett contributed to this review.

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10 Nov 2008 ~ 12:41am bullzisnipr Would dual 4870's push this PSU too far?
10 Nov 2008 ~ 12:48am Thrax Nope.
10 Nov 2008 ~ 2:19am Leonardo Although one anecdotal account certainly doesn't make a trend, I can tell that I am completely satisfied with this PSU. I have the same model, which I've been running for about a year and a half. (I don't know what, if any differences there are with the new ones.) The system it runs has a Q6600 with a 1.2GHz overclock and one each 8800GT and 9800GT, both overclocked. Both video cards and the CPU run 24/7 at nearly 100% load, Folding@Home, without a hiccup whatsoever. It's my main home computer so I frequently have multiple browser windows open simultaneously with the Folding in addition to MS Office and Open Office applications. At least in my experience, this is one of the best hardware components I've ever put in a computer.
10 Nov 2008 ~ 3:21am Komete I also have this power supply. I've been very satisfied with it. One thing that does concern me is its modular cabling. I once read an interview where someone at OCZ was being interviewed. I don't remember the details, but I remember him giving a compelling argument against modular cabling. It was something to do with electrical resistance at every split juncture.

I think this review i spot on.This power supply is good for the average overclocker like myself. It is more than enough for those who don't overclock. But for those looking for the pinnacle of performance, a higher end non-module power supply should be sought after.

One thing I wonder about is if it better to use up every connection on on a branch or is it better to only use one plug on a branch per device if possible. If anyone has an answer to that I'd appreciate it if that could respond.
10 Nov 2008 ~ 8:52am bullzisnipr I think I'll add this and another 4870 to my arsenal.
10 Nov 2008 ~ 10:47am jared Didn't dras write this article? Good work to whoever did!

/edit: ok I see his name now in .0000001em at the bottom
10 Nov 2008 ~ 10:51am Thrax Dras kindly provided lots great of technical data for this article, but I did all of the writing. I'm trying to fix that 1em shite.