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Recently Thermaltake released their new EVO_Blue power supply series and today we are testing the entire range. This new family has units rated at 550w, 650w, and 750w, and by using a combination of the latest and most demanding gaming hardware, we have put these Thermaltake power supplies to the test to determine which one is right for you… The EVO_Blue range is designed with case modders in mind as each unit features a built in multi-color LED fan. This new series, which was released earlier this year, offers some pretty interesting features, such as a whisper-quiet 14cm fan, robust and dedicated single +12V rail, and advanced cable management system.  While the EVO_Blue power supplies are very well equipped and boast some very impressive specifications, they are surprisingly good value. The 550 watt version retails for roughly $100 US, while the 650 watt unit costs $120 US, and the 750 watt version is $140 US. This pricing alone makes the 650 watt power supply stand out as being the best value option here. Although we were surprised with the value of these new power supplies, they are still quite pricey, though when compared to the competition the pricing does make sense. The PC Power & Cooling 610w Continuous can be had for $105 US and the Corsair CMPSU-650TX power supply will set you back $110 US, for example. The EVO_Blue series is only “80 PLUS Certified” where as some of the other recently reviewed Thermaltake power supplies have been 80 PLUS Bronze or Silver certified. This efficiency level certification means that under certain loads the EVO_Blue will meet specified efficiency ratings. For example, the 80 PLUS Certification means that the power supply will offer an efficiency level of at least 80% when under 100% load. |
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