I've said it before I'll say it again, you need a quality power supply in your computer, it doesn't matter what hardware you have in there if you don't have a decent power supply. You could have spent thousands of dollars on parts but if that didn't include a good power supply you'll most likely end up with problems later on with your system related to a faulty PSU. I've had power supplies die on me and it ain't nice when it happens, I had one die and take my motherboard with it, that was a sad day indeed... Anyway, up on the review block today I've got another entry from Ultra in their X3 line of modular power supplies, it's the 800Watt version and it looks just like the other X3s I've reviewed. So continue on to learn more...

Ultra X3 800-Watt Energy Efficient Modular Power Supply

Reviewed by: Kristofer Brozio

Sponsor: Ultra Products

Tech Specs,Features or the Basic Info:

Ultra X3 800-Watt Energy Efficient Modular Power Supply 

Model: ULT40071

MSRP: $249.99

All New X3 Modular Power Supplies

Ultra pulls out all of the stops for their latest power supply. By combining our "EE" (Energy Efficient) platform, which converts as much as 85% of AC power into DC power during typical loads, with a quiet 135MM ball bearing fan, our patented modular interface and our Limited Lifetime Warranty, Ultra clearly dominates the market with the new X3 power supply!

The X3 is super efficient, using less electricity than other power supplies when providing power to your computer and it generates less heat. Cooling is substantial yet silent by utilizing a thermostatically controlled 135MM ball bearing fan and a honeycomb cut exhaust grill. The X3 also has full range active PFC, which improves apparent power used by the computer. The modular interface allows you to only plug in the cables you actually require for your particular PC. The X3 is ready for even the most high end gaming rigs by providing up to four 6-pin PCI-e connectors, and the 800W and 1000W models provide the newest 8-pin PCI-e connector for the latest 300W graphics cards.

If the you're looking for an efficient, quiet, powerful, modular power supply with a Lifetime Warranty, there's no reason to look any farther than the Ultra X3!

What is FlexForce?

* Manageable - FlexForce Cables are designed to be easily routed and hidden within your case.

* Increased Airflow - Special design promotes easy cable management and 30% better airflow than ordinary cables by easily routing cable under the motherboard, behind drive bays, etc.

* Design - Cables are dressed in a sleek looking titanium like finish.

Input:

AC Input Voltage: 115V/230V

AC Input Frequency: 50-60Hz

AC Input Currents:

· 13A (RMS) for 115VAC input

· 8A (RMS) for 230VAC input

Total Output Power: 800W (Full Load, Nominal Input Voltage)

Efficiency: 85% at Typical Load

Additional Features:

* Supports AMD and Intel Motherboards

* Low Acoustic Noise

* 135mm Fan

* Meets ATX Version 2.2, v1.3, and

 ATX 12V Version 2.2 Specifications

* Short Circuit Protection

* In-Rush Current Protection

* Thermal Overload Cutoff Protection

* MTBF > 100,000 Hours at Full Load,

 110VAC and 25°C Ambient Condition

*FCC and UL Recognized