Endorfy Supremo FM6 1000W Review

1. Introduction2. Bundle & Cabling3. External4. Internal5. Testing Methodology and Results6. Closing Thoughts7. View All Pages

It has been several years since we last took a look at the Endorfy Supremo FM5 and at the time we were left with somewhat mixed feelings. It is clear in the last two years Endorfy have been working hard with OEM partner SAMA. The new Supremo FM6 is a reasonable step forward, taking the best parts of the FM5 and enhancing the design and overall performance.

It is also quite a compact physical unit at 150mm long, so it will suit a wide variety of chassis designs.

Endorfy have stuck with the very plain brown box artwork, and while not entirely inspiring to look at initially, it covers the bases with plenty of detailed information available on the front and back of the box. Most people will only look at the box once before throwing it in the bin anyway.

Technically, the FM6 delivers a strong set of results. Load regulation and cross test results were both excellent and ripple suppression while far from class leading is a noticeable improvement over the previous FM5 model, especially via the primary +12V rail. The older unit was peaking at 60mV, its down to around 35mV now, at full load.

Endorfy have included the same Fluid Dynamic bearing fan as the previous models, which is no bad thing, as it performs very well under every load situation. While the power supply is not equipped with a zero fan setting, under most load situations fan noise will remain masked behind a few system fans.

I was pleased to see the adoption of superior 105c rated Japanese capacitors from Nippon Chemi Con, Rubycon and Nichicon. The main 105c Japanese Nichicon capacitor is 1000uF rated, so it is very highly specified.

The Supremo FM6 excelled in the efficiency tests earning Cybenetics Platinum certifications. Cybenetics also gave it an A rating for Noise – which would tie in pretty well with our findings too.

In the UK you can get this power supply from EBUYER for £122.79 over HERE. Endorfy are working on European availability, so it is wise to check your favourite stores to see if stock is starting to filter through in your region. With a full 10 year warranty its clear Endorfy are standing behind this new unit they designed in conjunction with SAMA. I personally think it is a really solid new design and it comes highly recommended.

Pros:

• 10 Year Warranty.
• 105c Rated Japanese Capacitors.
• Quiet unit.
• Competitively priced.
• highly efficient.
• fully modular.
• compact dimensions.
• ATX 3.1 supported.

Cons:

• Availability might prove an issue.
• Ripple suppression could be improved further.

Kitguru says: The Endorfy Supremo FM6 1000W unit is a great performer and very competitively priced. The quiet nature of the unit will suit a wide enthusiast audience looking to reduce the noise of their system. It comes highly recommended.

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