The power supply for a gaming computer is no less important than the processor or video card. In order not to “screw up” the assembly, it is important to pay attention to its characteristics and ease of connection. Redragon RGPS-850W combines high power and stable output current with a practical modular design. Let’s talk about the model in more detail.
The Redragon brand, which has been operating on the Russian market since 2015, is known for its gaming peripherals, but also produces components for assembling gaming desktops. Not long ago, an updated version of the RGPS-850W power supply appeared in the brand catalog. The new product with an 80+ Gold certificate retained the high-quality component base of its predecessor, and at the same time acquired an expanded set of connectors and a switchable RGB backlight for customizing the case.
A solid foundation for a gaming build
Redragon RGPS-850W is positioned as a model for assembling a modern gaming PC. For example, it will easily handle a configuration with an AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D processor and a GeForce RTX 5070 Ti graphics card with factory overclocking. On average, such a system unit can “eat” up to 580 W when the hardware is loaded to 100%, so the power supply will not work at the limit of its capabilities in any case. If you have a less powerful card, no problem – when you buy a new one, you will not have to change the PSU.
The new product meets the requirements of the current ATX 3.1 standard. Without going into dry numbers, this means that it is able to “digest” strong surges in power consumption of powerful gaming hardware without any problems. According to the 80+ Gold specification, the power factor at full load is 88.93%.
The manufacturer also notes that it uses DC/DC technology (conversion of direct current to direct current). In other words, the power supply circuit uses only the main 12 V line, and receives the 3.3 V and 5 V needed for less demanding components from the same base. As a result, the current is not “sprayed” across different lines, which improves the stability of such demanding computer components as a video card.
In addition, the PSU boasts an active power factor corrector (APFC). Although it does not directly affect the efficiency, it provides a stable output voltage and removes excessive load from the wiring. And the LLC circuit provides a current shape close to a sinusoid on the transformer and reduces its thermal losses. All this improves the energy efficiency of electronic components.
The model’s safety is also at its best. The manufacturer has provided protection against undervoltage and overvoltage, current overload, impulse interference, short circuit, overload and overheating. If an abnormal situation occurs, the computer will simply turn off, preventing damage to expensive components.
Practical design for easy connection
One of the key features of the PSU is its fully modular design. It has no soldered cables: when assembling the computer, you install only those that are necessary for its operation. All this not only looks beautiful, but also brings practical benefits. When there are no extra wires sticking out inside the system unit, it cools better due to a freer air flow.
Another distinctive feature of the Redragon RGPS-850W is a dedicated 12V-2×6 connector (an updated version of 12VHPWR) for modern NVIDIA graphics cards with high power consumption. This is a more reliable connection method compared to using adapters for classic 8-pin connectors. The main thing is to make sure that the connectors are inserted evenly and all the way.
Standard cables are also available, so the power supply is suitable for video cards of any brand, as well as connecting drives with a SATA interface, if they are provided in the assembly. There will also be no problems with flagship motherboards: the kit includes 8-pin connectors for powering the processor.
Bright appearance and cold character
A traditional 120 mm fan with a relatively low noise level is responsible for cooling the power supply. At minimum load, it can stop completely (this function can be disabled using a separate button), and at medium speeds, its volume is only 24 dB. The ceiling of 38 dB is already a noticeable sound, but most likely, it will be lost against the background of the hum of the video card cooler, which has reached the maximum performance level.
A nice bonus is the presence of RGB backlighting on the fan. It is located at the bottom, so it does not hit the eyes, and at the same time makes the design of the system unit brighter. In combination with other peripherals (for example, coolers, keyboard and mouse), you can customize your configuration, giving it a unique appearance. If desired, the backlight can be easily turned off: a separate button is provided for this on the power supply housing.
Redragon RGPS-850W not only looks impressive, but also works effectively. The power supply with a well-thought-out component base boasts high efficiency and support for modern NVIDIA video cards without the use of adapters. In addition, it operates relatively quietly and is conveniently configured due to its modular design. The model will become a reliable basis for a modern gaming assembly with a power reserve for subsequent upgrades.