Power supplies are a frequently misunderstood—and overlooked—PC component. Many users choose a PC power supply based on total wattage alone, assuming that higher is always synonymous with better.

Picking out a PC power supply is a lot more challenging than it might seem at a glance. While there are always plenty of reviews of the best processors and top graphics cards, Power supply units (PSUs ...

It has been a few days since we covered some power supply shenanigans, which was a story that got us all fired up for a much-needed refresher on PSU purchasing strategies. Processors, graphics cards, ...

Luckily, I have just that: the Corsair iCUE 5000T. This standard mid-tower is the perfect candidate in which to try out Corsair's newfangled power supply. There's ample room out from the side panel ...

A PC power supply won’t boost your frame rate, but it will make sure everything in your PC is safe, secure, and running efficiently. A bad PSU risks system crashes at stock settings – nevermind ...

the top one is an ATX 12V connector for use with P4s (or newer AMDs) cos the motherboard cannot supply enough power and the bottom one is an AUX connector for server motherboards (gives added ...

On the whole, power supplies haven’t changed much for DIY builders. The back gets mounted to a computer case, while the power supply cables link to the front. If you end up working in a chassis with ...

The PSU or Power Supply Unit is what brings every component of a computer to life. As the name suggests, it relays power from the wall to the different components of a computer, depending on how much ...

The best power supply (PSU) fuels your PC with the energy it needs to run your components. It's a simple part of your rig, but a crucial one that could become a real pain. The best PSUs need to keep ...