MSI
MSI MAG A850GL PCIE5
A entry-level power supplie for PC builders, leading with 850 W.
48/100
850 W80 Plus GoldFully modular7 yearsATX 3.0Black
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Why we rate it
- 12V-2x6 / 12VHPWR
- OCP
- OVP
- No zero rpm mode
- Below-average wattage
Score profile
Scored against the power supplies classWhere the MSI MAG A850GL PCIE5 wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Output
Wattage850 W
Efficiency rating80
ATX standardATX 3.0
Form factor and design
ModularFully modular
Weight2.5 kg
ColourBlack
Cooling and noise
Fan size120 mm
Fan bearingFDB
Connectors
12V-2x6 / 12VHPWRYes
12V-2x6 wattage600 W
Cable typeFlat Cables
Features and warranty
OCPYes
OVPYes
UVPYes
SCPYes
OTPYes
Warranty7 years
Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowMSI MAG A850GL PCIE5 vs MSI MSI MAG A850GL
MSI MAG A850GL PCIE5MSI MAG A850GL
| MSIMSI MAG A850GL PCIE5This page | MSIMSI MAG A850GL | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 48 /100 | 48 /100 |
| Wattage | 850 W | 850 W |
| Efficiency rating | 80 | 80 |
| Form factor | — | Fully Modular |
| Modular | Fully modular | Fully modular |
| Warranty | 7 years | 7 years |
Who it's for
Is the MSI MAG A850GL PCIE5 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.
okay
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the MSI MAG A850GL PCIE5 worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 48/100 against other power supplies, a entry-level result where the class average is around 58.
What stands out on the MSI MAG A850GL PCIE5?
Its 12v-2x6 / 12vhpwr stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the ASUS TUF Gaming 850W Gold?
The ASUS TUF Gaming 850W Gold scores 49/100 versus this one at 48/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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