I am strongly of the opinion that getting a reliable name brand product for power supplies is important. If you're building a bargain system, like I was here, it's tempting to use these "hidden" areas of the computer's hardware to skimp...hey, ya gotta skimp somewhere, right? Don't do it. The longevity of the system depends on this, especially if you'll be taking it places where the electricity fluctuates constantly, you'll run it through transformers, or polarities are not a sure thing. Also, if you might upgrade later, you'll want an HONEST rating of how much power it can handle and reliably distribute. This one CAN. It doesn't even force you to make compromises on price, either.
The only downsides I can think of are:
--Cable/wire management is a bit snarky and snarly since everything is left bare and opened without a sleeve to hold them together. If you're making an uncomplicated build like mine was, though, it can be cleaned up pretty well, and my lower-end system requirements meant wires wouldn't hinder airflow too much, anyhow.
--Has a manual switch for voltage (110 vs 220) changes. I move a lot, and forgetting to do this before plugging in (not just switching on system) will stay with you as a concern. Part of the bargain status of this part.
--Amazon will not ship for weeks if you choose free shipping, the "In Stock" designation notwithstanding.
If you can live with that, save some dough on your next low or medium end build with this part.Get more detail about Cooler Master RS460-PSARJ3-US Elite 460W ATX +12V V2.31 SATA, PCI-E Power Supply (Black).
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