Corsair
Corsair RM850x
A entry-level pick in the power supplies line-up, with Gold up front.
50/100
GoldFully modular
£352best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- Scores 50/100
- Built for the job
- No zero rpm mode
- No 12v-2x6 / 12vhpwr
Score profile
Scored against the power supplies classWhere the Corsair RM850x wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Output
Efficiency ratingGold
Form factor and design
ModularFully modular
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Highlighted cell = better in that rowCorsair RM850x vs Corsair Corsair RM850
Corsair RM850xCorsair RM850
| CorsairCorsair RM850xThis page | CorsairCorsair RM850 | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 50 /100 | 50 /100 |
| Efficiency rating | Gold | — |
| Modular | Fully modular | Fully modular |
Who it's for
Is the Corsair RM850x right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable power supplie for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need zero rpm mode, in which case a higher-tier power supplie is the better call.
Performance builder
Chasing frames and headroom in a high-end rig.
okay
Mainstream builder
Wants strong value in a balanced build.
good
Budget builder
Stretching every pound in an entry rig.
good
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Corsair RM850x worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 50/100 against other power supplies, a entry-level result where the class average is around 58.
What stands out on the Corsair RM850x?
Its overall 50/100 rating against the rest of the power supplies class.
How does it compare to the RM850x?
The RM850x scores 51/100 versus this one at 50/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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