GAMDIAS Helios E1-500W

The GAMDIAS Helios E1-500W is a solid choice for a budget-friendly power supply unit (PSU) designed for reliable performance. Here’s a concise summary of its features:

Key Features:

• Type: ATX12V v2.4
• Efficiency: Meets 80% efficiency standards
• Total Power Output: 500W
• Dimensions: 140 x 150 x 86 mm
• Cables:
  • Main Power: 1 (20+4 Pin)
  • CPU: 1 (4+4 Pin)
  • PCI-E: 2 (6+2 Pin)
  • SATA: 5
  • Molex: 2
  • Floppy: 1
• Max Output Currents:
  • +3.3V: 15A
  • +5V: 15A
  • +12V: 32A
  • -12V: 0.3A
  • +5Vsb: 2.5A
• Protection Features: OVP (Over Voltage Protection), UVP (Under Voltage Protection), OPP (Over Power Protection), SCP (Short Circuit Protection)
• Cooling: Automatic fan speed optimization
• Color: Stealth Black
• Power States: Supports C6/C7 power states
• Modularity: Non-modular

Considerations:

• No MB Sync Support: This unit does not support motherboard synchronization.
• Silent Mode: Lacks a dedicated silent mode, so fan noise may vary based on load.

Overall, it's suitable for mid-range systems, offering a good balance of efficiency and performance without breaking the bank