FSP Booster X3 300w 12v PSU
Conclusion
Published: 12th July 2006 | Source: FSP | Price: |
FSP have recognised the problem many people have been experiencing with SLI / Crossfire power issues and tackled it head-on. The Booster X3 is an excellent idea, and allows you to continue using you existing power supply without lagging behind (no pun) in the graphics card world.
With voltage fluctuation of only 0.4% when placed under 80% load, the Booster X3 provides more stable rails than a lot of high-end power supplies which is testament to FSP considering the size of the unit.
Let down by only its noise levels under load, and its slightly high price tag of £64 over at Microdirect, the Booster X3 is still a cheaper and easier alternative than to upgrading your existing power supply.
It may also be worth noting that there is no technical reason why the Booster X3 couldn't be used to power a Peltier, and would actually work out as a cheaper alternative than a dedicated Peltier PSU.
Pro's
+ Stable power (only 0.4% fluctuation)
+ Good efficiency
+ Innovative solution for GPU power problem
+ Allows you to keep your existing PSU for longer
+ Could be used to power other devices such as a Peltier.
Con's
- Noisy under full load
- PCI-E cables cannot be plugged in seperately.
- Slightly expensive
Thanks to FSP Group for making this review possible.
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Looks like a great option for those who wanna upgrade to SLI/Crossfire and have an inadequate PSU
Also maybe someone with an OEM machine who wants to add a meaty GPU/other accessories
Also maybe someone with an OEM machine who wants to add a meaty GPU/other accessories
How sweet is that; what an awesome idea. I love the front fascia, it looks almost holographic.
Great review as usual Jim
Great review as usual Jim Wow another great invention by Fortron. That's an absolutely great idea, a great alternative to a brand new PSU.
Where did you find about this one Jim?
Where did you find about this one Jim?
They just asked us if we'd like to take a look at one
- And might i add: before any other review site on the net
- And might i add: before any other review site on the net
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They just asked us if we'd like to take a look at one
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didnt look bad but they should have done something to improve cooling and reduce noise from fans.
silence is important these days.
silence is important these days.
Yes it is a bit of a shame that its quite noisy under load. There are quieter 60mm fans on the market that FSP could have used, but obviously this isnt always possible from a business pov.
one thing they could have is to make a removeable door beneath where a bigger fan could be mounted for those who choses too.
for example an 80mm fan.
for example an 80mm fan.
Pretty clever imo.
I like the pci power slot thing. good idea.
I like the pci power slot thing. good idea.
Yeah I like that idea too
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Or maybe you're looking for a way to power that peltier, but don't fancy forking out £80+ for a Peltier PSU?
Check out the review of the Booster X3 HERE