Introduction

We would like to thank Andyson for supplying the review sample.



Andyson recently introduced a high capacity Platinum series and Titanium line for mid-range systems, which is impressive all on its own. The Titanium N series includes four members with capacities ranging from 500 W to 800 W. All feature a semi-modular cabling design in an effort to keep production costs low. We should stress here that Titanium units are still rare, especially in such capacities as the aforementioned range. Some will probably argue that the efficiency difference between Platinum- or even Gold-certified PSUs and Titanium ones doesn't justify the large price difference, and it really is huge in some cases, so whether you invest in a super efficient Titanium unit or get a more affordable, lower efficiency one is essentially up to you. We do believe that Platinum- and Titanium-certified PSU will become cheaper in due time, especially as even more efficient units are released (Adamantium, anyone?).

Today, the Titanium N700 will be put to the test. This single +12V rail unit doesn't feature a semi-passive operation, which might surprise some of you given it is incredibly efficient. Yet such isn't a deal breaker if its fan operates at very low speeds with light loads. Set aside its efficiency and its specifications are those of a mid-level PSU. However, we are anxious to see how it will perform since it is the first affordable 80 Plus Titanium unit to hit the market.

Specifications

Andyson entered nothing but the Titanium efficiency spectrum with this line and our tests will show whether the N700 can deliver Titanium efficiency levels at temperatures that exceed 45°C since the 80 Plus organization conducts its tests at a lower ambient that is highly unrealistic when it comes to a PSU's internal temperature inside a PC (23°C). Andyson says the unit to feature a semi-modular cabling design to keep its cost low, and the company also says the unit to deliver its full power continuously at temperatures that don't exceed 40°C, which doesn't satisfy us since the ATX spec recommends upward of 50°C with the full load. However, given a Titanium unit's energy losses are incredibly low, its internal operating temperature will probably remain low as well.

The unit comes with all protections except for OTP (Over Temperature Protection), which is a shame since a high-end PSU should definitely come with OTP. The PSU's dimensions are nearly those of a typical PSU with such a capacity, and its price looks good given its Titanium efficiency and five year warranty.

The single +12V rail can deliver up to 58 A, which is enough to support two power-hungry VGAs. The capacity of the minor rails is on the low side; however, 100 W will suffice, and the 5VSB's amperage is that of a typical modern PSU.

Cables & Connectors, Power Distribution

This PSU has too many native cables to suit our taste. While Andyson didn't want to go fully modular because it would have increased the unit's production cost, at least all PCIe cables should have been modular. As you can see in the table above, the unit has four PCIe connectors, but only a single EPS one, so you will have to use an adapter if you go with a high-end X99 mainboard that asks for an EPS and an ATX12V 4-pin connector. However, there are enough SATA and peripheral connectors for the N700's capacity.

Cable length is good overall, but the modular PCIe cables should be as long to their first connector as their native counterparts. Andyson probably thinks this PSU will be put into small rather than full tower case, which had them go with such short modular cables. The distance in-between connectors is enough on all cables yet the SATA connectors could be closer to one another. The 24-pin ATX and EPS cables use thicker 16AWG gauges for lower voltage drops at high loads; every other cable uses normal 18AWG gauges, which is as the ATX specification recommends.

Since this PSU features a single +12V rail, we do not have anything to comment on when it comes to its power distribution.

Packaging

The box is rather small, with "Titanium" in large, black font highlighting this units efficiency specification. The corresponding 80 Plus badge is in the bottom-left corner.


Only the power specifications table can be found on the rear of the box.


On this side are an efficiency graph for 115VAC and 230VAC input and a features list. Andyson also states this PSU to be ErP Lot 6 2014 compliant since it consumes less than 0.25 W in standby. Thing is we couldn't find any details on said ErP directive. There is information on the ErP Lot 6 2013 which asks for less than 0.5 W in standby, though.


A graph on this side depicts the fan's speed throughout the unit's entire load range.


A graphical list of all available connectors can be found here.

Contents

The contents of the box are neatly arranged and packing foam surrounds the unit on all sides but the top.


The bundle includes the user's manual, a pouch for the modular cables, a Velcro strap, several zip ties, two sets of fixing bolts, and an AC power cord.