Corsair CX430 V2 Power Supply Review

Conclusions

The Corsair CX430 V2 proved to be an outstanding product, possibly the power supply with the best cost/benefit ratio we’ve ever seen. Costing only USD 45 (USD 35 after sending a mail-in rebate card), it provides efficiency between 81.2% and 85.4%, which is comparable to several 80 Plus Bronze units we’ve reviewed. It also has a very good voltage regulation and ultra-low noise and ripple levels. The cable configuration is compatible with an entry-level 430 W unit, and users that need more cables will have to buy a different product.

The only differences between the CX430 V2 and the original CX430 are the active PFC transistors and the +12 V rectifiers, which were upgraded. These changes improved efficiency considerably. (The original CX430 presented efficiency between 79.4% and 84.1%.)

It is impossible to not get excited with a product that is inexpensive and provides the same performance level of more expensive units.