MSI
MSI MAG A850GLS
The MSI MAG A850GLS lands as a solid mid-range power supplie, built around 850 W.
56/100
850 W80 PLUS GoldATXBlackFluid-dynamic bearing
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Why we rate it
- 12V-2x6 / 12VHPWR
- OCP
- OVP
- Above-average fan size
- No zero rpm mode
- Below-average wattage
Score profile
Scored against the power supplies classWhere the MSI MAG A850GLS wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Output
Wattage850 W
Efficiency rating80
Form factor and design
Form factorATX
Length150 mm
Weight3.05 kg
ColourBlack
Cooling and noise
Fan size135 mm
Fan bearingFluid-dynamic bearing
Connectors
12V-2x6 / 12VHPWRYes
12V-2x6 wattage600 W
Features and warranty
OCPYes
OVPYes
UVPYes
SCPYes
OTPYes
Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowMSI MAG A850GLS vs Cooler Master Cooler Master V850 SFX Gold 850W
MSI MAG A850GLSCooler Master V850 SFX Gold 850W
| MSIMSI MAG A850GLSThis page | Cooler MasterCooler Master V850 SFX Gold 850W | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 56 /100Better | 53 /100 |
| Wattage | 850 W | 850 W |
| Efficiency rating | 80 | 80 |
| Form factor | ATX | SFX |
| Modular | — | Fully modular |
| Warranty | — | 10 years |
Who it's for
Is the MSI MAG A850GLS 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 A850GLS worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 56/100 against other power supplies, a solid mid-range result where the class average is around 58.
What stands out on the MSI MAG A850GLS?
Its 12v-2x6 / 12vhpwr stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the Corsair RM850 (2021)?
The Corsair RM850 (2021) scores 57/100 versus this one at 56/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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