What power supply specifications tell you
Rated wattage is only one part of choosing a power supply. Check its physical size, connectors and stated ATX specification against the parts in your build.
Fields in the power supply catalogue
| Field | How to use it | Records with a value |
|---|---|---|
| Rated wattage | The maker's stated continuous output rating. It is not a measurement of your computer's draw. | 156 |
| Form factor | Match the PSU format and dimensions to the case. ATX and SFX describe different physical formats. | 156 |
| 80 PLUS grade | An efficiency label, not a complete quality, noise or reliability verdict. | 156 |
| ATX specification | The revision explicitly stated by the manufacturer. An unstated revision remains unknown. | 115 |
| Warranty | The manufacturer term recorded for that model. Check the seller, region and purchase condition. | 125 |
Manufacturer documents and their update dates are collected on the Sources page linked in the footer. Different model revisions can have different specifications.
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