Cooler Master

Cooler Master RS500-PCARD3-US eXtreme Power Plus 500W Power Supply

4.5 (653 reviews)
500W

Power Your System with the Cooler Master eXtreme Power Plus 500W PSUThe Cooler Master eXtreme Power Plus 500W Power Supply delivers reliable and efficient power to your desktop PC. With intelligent fan speed control and multiple protection features, this PSU provides a stable and safe power sourc...

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Overview

Power Your System with the Cooler Master eXtreme Power Plus 500W PSU

The Cooler Master eXtreme Power Plus 500W Power Supply delivers reliable and efficient power to your desktop PC. With intelligent fan speed control and multiple protection features, this PSU provides a stable and safe power source for your components.

Specifications:

  • Maximum Power: 500W
  • Form Factor: ATX 12V V2.01
  • Fan: 120mm Sleeve Bearing Fan
  • Connectors: 1 x 20+4 pin Motherboard, 1 x 4+4pin 12V CPU, 1 x 6pin PCI-Express, 4 x SATA, 5 x 4pin Peripheral, 1 x 4pin Floppy
  • Protection: OVP (Over Voltage Protection), OPP (Over Power Protection), Short Circuit Protection

Key Features

Compliance with the latest Intel standard ATX 12V V2.3

Ultra-silent operation with intelligent 120mm fan speed control

Multiple protection design (OVP/UVP/OPP/OTP/SCP)

High reliability (MTBF> 100,000 hours)

Double Layer EMI Filter retrains noise and to avoid affect to users

Integrating Active PFC with PWN combo controller while increase efficiency

Efficient transformer for reducing 5Vsb power loss when the system is in standby or off-mode

Two-year warranty

Specifications

Model
eXtreme Power Plus 500W
Maximum Power
500W
ATX Standard Compliance
Intel ATX 12V V2.3
Fan Size
120mm
Fan Control
Intelligent speed control
Protection Features
OVP/UVP/OPP/OTP/SCP
Reliability (MTBF)
> 100,000 hours
EMI Filter
Double Layer
PFC Type
Active PFC
5Vsb Power Loss Reduction
Efficient transformer
Warranty
Two-year

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Complies with the latest Intel ATX 12V V2.3 standard, ensuring broad system compatibility.
  • Operates with ultra-silent performance due to an intelligent 120mm fan speed control system.
  • Incorporates multiple protection designs, including OVP, UVP, OPP, OTP, and SCP, for system safety.
  • Offers high reliability with a Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) exceeding 100,000 hours.
  • Features a double layer EMI filter to suppress noise and prevent interference with other components.
  • Integrates Active PFC with a PWN combo controller to enhance power efficiency.
  • Uses an efficient transformer to reduce 5Vsb power loss when the system is in standby or off-mode.
  • Comes with a two-year warranty, providing assurance for product longevity.

👎 Cons

  • Specific details on cabling (modular/non-modular) are not provided, which may impact build flexibility.
  • The 500W output might be limiting for high-end gaming systems with multiple power-hungry components.
  • The product name implies "Power Plus," but specific efficiency ratings (e.g., 80 Plus certification) are not listed.
  • Only a two-year warranty is provided, which is shorter than some premium power supplies on the market.

Frequently Asked Questions

This power supply is compliant with the latest Intel standard ATX 12V V2.3, ensuring compatibility with modern motherboards.
The power supply is designed for ultra-silent operation, achieved through its intelligent 120mm fan speed control.
It includes multiple protection designs such as Over Voltage Protection (OVP), Under Voltage Protection (UVP), Over Power Protection (OPP), Over Temperature Protection (OTP), and Short Circuit Protection (SCP).
The power supply is built for high reliability, boasting a Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) of more than 100,000 hours.
Yes, it features an efficient transformer specifically for reducing 5Vsb power loss when the system is in standby or off-mode.
This power supply comes with a two-year warranty from the manufacturer.