Corsair Builder Series Modular CX600M PSU Review

1. Introduction2. Corsair Modular CX600M PSU3. Corsair Modular CX600M (External)4. Corsair Modular CX600M (Internal)5. Corsair Modular CX600M (Super High Res Gallery)6. Testing Methodology & Results7. Closing Thoughts8. View All Pages

The Corsair CX600M is undoubtedly a very high value for money power supply. This Builder Series range is specifically designed to target the budget audience who want a reliable, stable power supply. The non modular CX600 has been a low cost favourite for many years now, and the modular version has certainly impressed me.

While buying a quality power supply under £100 is easy enough thanks to a huge variety of options, when the price drops to £60 it becomes more difficult and the shortlist narrows considerably.

One of the best prices for the CX600M is at ARIA …. they are selling it for £56.84, including VAT. At this price it seems like a no brainer to us, especially when you factor in the semi modular design, high build quality and stable overall performance.

The unit didn't exhibit any glaring technical faults which could cause a reservation – there are actually no concerns and performance throughout all our testing was certainly commendable. Corsair are standing by it with a 3 year warranty, so clearly they feel the same.

Some people may complain about the CX600M only having dual 6+2 pin PCI connectors. In reality however this could handle a high end graphics card such as the AMD HD7970 or AMD GTX680, or two lower end solutions (with a single 6 pin connector each) for an SLi or Crossfire configuration. If you want a more specialised unit for dual graphics cards then there are plenty of other options available, at extra cost. Obviously there is also the option to use molex to PCIe power converters, although we don't normally recommend these.

If you need an inexpensive modular power supply, but aren't willing to accept a ‘cheap n nasty' no name brand then this should be right at the top of your shortlist. At £57 inc vat this claims our top spot on the budget throne.

Pros:

• remarkable price point.
• semi modular.
• great finish quality.
• decent little bundle.
• solid all round performer.
• old school internal design is stable.

Cons:

• None at the price.

Kitguru says: At under £60, this is the new budget king.

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