OCZ GameXStream 700w ATX PSU
Testing
Published: 14th September 2006 | Source: OCZ | Price: |
In order for the results from all current and future PSU reviews to remain fair and comparable, Overclock3D uses a custom built Power Supply load stress tester.
The tester will be placing the following loads on each of the GameXStream's rails:
+3.3v - 20a Load
+5.0v - 20a Load
+12v1 - 10a Load
+12v2 - 10a Load
+12v3 - 10a Load
+12v4 - 10a Load
The results are collected from a Mastech MAS-345 Multimeter which logs its readings via RS232 to a PC.
Some impressive results on both the +3.3v and +5v rails for the GameXStream. Both rails remained well within ATX specifications and suffered from minimal fluctuation. Don't forget that a little tweaking of the adjustable pots inside the PSU could provide even better results for these rails.
Continuing the trend on the +12v rails, the GameXStream breezes through our stress testing with a maximum of 0.2% fluctuation on the rails. These results place the unit up against some of the best power supplies we've ever tester here at Overclock3D.
Efficiency Testing
Efficiency tests are performed by measuring the wattage consumed by the power supply at the mains against the power (in watts) consumed by the OC3D power supply stress tester.
The results may not be as accurate as those produced by professional testing equipment, but will certainly come in handy when comparing several power supplies against each other.
Efficiency Testing
Efficiency tests are performed by measuring the wattage consumed by the power supply at the mains against the power (in watts) consumed by the OC3D power supply stress tester.
The results may not be as accurate as those produced by professional testing equipment, but will certainly come in handy when comparing several power supplies against each other.
The GameXStream was placed under a load of 646 watts. This counts for a total of 92% of the power supplies rated output. At this load, the power supply required 775 watts from the mains to produce the 646 watts required by our custom made power supply tester. Therefore the efficiency of this power supply can be found by a simple equation: (646 / 775) * 100 that works out to be an efficiency rating of 83.3%.
Noise Testing
At present Overclock3D doesn't have the professional equipment required to reliably measure the noise output of devices. However, as a new part of our testing procedure we will be recording the PSU at idle and load so that you can make your own judgments. All recordings are taken at 30cm distance from the unit.
Idle Recording - Download
Load Recording - Download
Before you go away with the wrong impression from these recordings I'd like to remind you that they were taken outside of a PC case. Therefore the recordings (especially the load one) do not represent the level of noise you are likely to hear once the unit is inside a PC enclosure.
I was pleasantly surprised by the low noise levels emitted by the GameXStream both at idle and under load. Most high wattage power supplies seem to have trouble maintaining low noise levels when under full load, however the GameXStream managed this effortlessly.
Noise Testing
At present Overclock3D doesn't have the professional equipment required to reliably measure the noise output of devices. However, as a new part of our testing procedure we will be recording the PSU at idle and load so that you can make your own judgments. All recordings are taken at 30cm distance from the unit.
Idle Recording - Download
Load Recording - Download
Before you go away with the wrong impression from these recordings I'd like to remind you that they were taken outside of a PC case. Therefore the recordings (especially the load one) do not represent the level of noise you are likely to hear once the unit is inside a PC enclosure.
I was pleasantly surprised by the low noise levels emitted by the GameXStream both at idle and under load. Most high wattage power supplies seem to have trouble maintaining low noise levels when under full load, however the GameXStream managed this effortlessly.
Most Recent Comments
Great review as always Jim. Agreed, on the very ordinary appearance especially from the likes of OCZ. Again the solid build and very stable voltages are sure to please most people and cause them to forget about the bland look. Well done anyway mate 
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Great review as always Jim. Agreed, on the very ordinary appearance especially from the likes of OCZ. Again the solid build and very stable voltages are sure to please most people and cause them to forget about the bland look. Well done anyway mate
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Looks like a tip-top PSU Jim
Great review and even more so cos I've just got the 600W version of this, so I'm hoping it's as good.
wow i might get this for my new build (lower wattage version) i like the blue fan
deffo quiet enough, 95% is great
was it the best psu uve played with?
deffo quiet enough, 95% is great
was it the best psu uve played with?
Tagan 1100w or PCP&C 1kw
Me: I'd get a PCP%C - sexy as hell
Me: I'd get a PCP%C - sexy as hell
Its definately up there with the top ones. If you are looking for a quiet PSU under load then none of the other units tested so far can touch this one.
i like the blue effect coming from its 120mm fan 
im guessing the 600w acts the same?
im guessing the 600w acts the same?
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i like the blue effect coming from its 120mm fan
im guessing the 600w acts the same? |
great, im going for one of those babies now
Nice review. I know there is a 600w version but are there anymore? I am trying to find one 550w or less that will support high end SLI/CF and a few extra things for my lan rig. I may just go with the 600w version of this though.
600w or 700w mate
seems perfect to me high enough wattage to last, good enough quality to last, 3 years warranty to last and that sweeeeeeet blue light + 120 mm fan
high enough wattage to last, good enough quality to last, 3 years warranty to last and that sweeeeeeet blue light + 120 mm fanVery nice review I just bought one yesterday and noticed there wasn't a review on here so I was going to have a try at showing what mine does after my holiday, but after seeing your superb review I cannot come close to that I'm sure.
I'm very pleased with mine much more stable than the Enermax Liberty 620 that it replaced although I think I had a duff one considering it blew up (literally) I know some people say blew up but this took out the mains of the house and did it again when I reset the RCD I wasn't too impressed but at least it didn't kill any of the PC components.
Anyway the OCZ is super stable not moving more than 0.2v from idle to full load on my Conroe with ATI X1900 set up. And very impressed with how quiet it is, my only moan is the leads are very long but considering that some cases are much bigger these days it caters nicely for them as well.
Keep up the good work I really like your method of reviewing.
I just bought one yesterday and noticed there wasn't a review on here so I was going to have a try at showing what mine does after my holiday, but after seeing your superb review I cannot come close to that I'm sure.I'm very pleased with mine much more stable than the Enermax Liberty 620 that it replaced although I think I had a duff one considering it blew up (literally) I know some people say blew up but this took out the mains of the house and did it again when I reset the RCD I wasn't too impressed but at least it didn't kill any of the PC components.
Anyway the OCZ is super stable not moving more than 0.2v from idle to full load on my Conroe with ATI X1900 set up. And very impressed with how quiet it is, my only moan is the leads are very long but considering that some cases are much bigger these days it caters nicely for them as well.
Keep up the good work I really like your method of reviewing.
My dad has a 600w GameXStream, its freakin awesome. Great review XMS
Glad you like it peeps
u saved me from getting a boring psu i love it now
need to get it!
i love it nowneed to get it!
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