Topower psu gold and non-gold?

jwira · 13th March 2003, 1:20 PM

I noticed that the topower on auspc is a gold version where as cworld sells non-gold version.

What are the differences in term of voltage quality and noise level ?

SchRAMBO · 13th March 2003, 3:48 PM

I think the "gold" term would be referring to the gold plating of the connections.

as we all should know that gold is one of the best conductors of eletricity.
I think thats all the diffrence dude. altho I could be corrected.

Mjollnir · 13th March 2003, 4:10 PM

gold = twin or even triple fan

non gold = 1 fan..

Xca|ibur · 13th March 2003, 4:30 PM

I agree with Mjollnir....

The Gold 520W Topower PSU has 3 fans hence noisier than twin or single fan PSUs. In terms of voltages, well it really depends if you're comparing a 520W psu with another similar/higher/lower watt PSU...

jwira · 14th March 2003, 9:10 AM

Quote:

I agree with Mjollnir....
In terms of voltages, well it really depends if you're comparing a 520W psu with another similar/higher/lower watt PSU...

Of course i am referring to psu with the same wattage

. I am interested in 420watt one. Any feedback from current owners?

destrkta · 15th March 2003, 1:29 AM

um a recommendation is the aopen 300w imho i went from that ps to a 470w topower and my 12v rails have dropped considerably =(

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