| Feature | Good Sign | Bad Sign | |---------|-----------|-----------| | Weight | Heavy (large heatsinks, coils) | Suspiciously light | | Cables | All cables detachable (modular) | Fixed cables on high-wattage | | Connectors | PCIe 6+2 pins match rated wattage | Fewer connectors than expected | | Input voltage | Full range (100-240V) | 230V only (old design) |
Before buying or reusing a PSU:
Always check the exact model number . A brand like Corsair makes both Tier A units (RMx series) and Tier C units (CV series). Just trusting the brand name is a mistake. psu rating checker
A PSU rating checker is a combination of tools and research methods used to evaluate a power supply's reliability, efficiency, and suitability for a specific PC build. It helps determine: How much power your components draw. Efficiency: How efficiently it converts AC to DC. | Feature | Good Sign | Bad Sign
Go to (the official database). Enter your model number or manufacturer. A PSU rating checker is a combination of
These stress tests hint at problems but do not confirm rating legitimacy.