What is the Difference between poster supply’s
3 minutes ago, JonJonBinkz said:I am looking for a 750 w power supply, and I’ve heard that a fully modular one is the way to go but, I was looking into some and I see there are different types. Could someone tell me the difference between a fully modular, semi-modular etc. And which one you would recommend.
A PSU uses wires to connect to the components in the PC.
When all cables are hard-wires to the PSU and cannot be detached, that PSU is not modular.
When those cables can be plugged in or detached from the PSU, that PSU is (fully) modular. The 'modular' part comes from the idea that you can choose what cables you do or not want/need in your PC.
A semi-modular PSU typically has the 24 pin ATX and 8 pin EPS connector hard-wired and the other wires detachable. These first two mentioned cables are needed in practically all PC's, so no use in having those detachable.
Modularity of a PSU is just one single thing to judge a PSU on. The main advantages to having a semi- or fully modular PSU is being able to leave out the cables you don't need. Don't have 6 SATA drives? Just leave out the SATA cables, so there is less cables to manage.
Another advantage would be easier swapping of cables, for some nice braided cables.
Do keep in mind, modular cables are not standard. Cables from one brand will likely not work on another brand's PSU. Not even within one brand, will you have all standard cables.
If you want recommendations on what PSU to get, please list:
- PC specs (at least CPU, GPU and case)
- Modularity preference
- Budget
- Any other preferences (like if silence matters)
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