Corsair

Corsair RM850x 850W

A entry-level power supplie for PC builders, leading with Fully modular.

50/100
Mixed bag
Overall score · how we rate
Fully modular
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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

Where the Corsair RM850x 850W wins and loses

Scored against the power supplies class
OverallValueFuture-proo…505045
Overall spec score
50
Value position
50
Future-proofing
45
Full specification

Specifications

Grouped · supported features marked in blue

Form factor and design

ModularFully modular

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Corsair RM850x 850W vs EVGA SuperNOVA 1000 G5

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Overall score50 /10050 /100
ModularFully modular
Who it's for

Is the Corsair RM850x 850W 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.
excellent
Common questions

Before you buy

Is the Corsair RM850x 850W 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 850W?

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.