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Thermaltake Smart BM3 and ToughPower GF A3 PSUs Available at Best Buy Retail Stores

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Thermaltake USA, a leading provider of PC case, cooling, power supply, and desktop memory solutions, today announced the nationwide release of the Smart BM3 Bronze and ToughPower GF A3 Gold series power supplies at Best Buy stores. These cutting-edge products are designed to meet the needs of the most demanding gaming and graphic setups, offering power ratings from 650 W to 1200 W. Featuring full ATX 3.0 and PCIe Gen 5 compliance and equipped with the revolutionary 12VHPWR connector, these power supplies are ready to support the most advanced graphics cards available on the market.

"Best Buy has been a pivotal partner for Thermaltake as we strive towards sustainability. Through our collaborative efforts, significant milestones that benefit both the industry and the environment have been achieved," said Michael Guo, Vice President of Thermaltake USA. "We are excited to introduce six new models from our prestigious PSU series, each designed to prioritize energy efficiency and environmental responsibility. These models, certified with the eco-friendly 80 Plus Gold rating, underscore our commitment to green computing. The launch of these PSUs at Best Buy marks a significant step in Thermaltake's mission to innovate and provide tailored solutions that promote sustainability in the gaming industry."



Smart BM3 Bronze Transforms Gaming Setups with Advanced ATX 3.0 and PCIe Gen 5 Support
Gamers and PC builders can now elevate the gaming experience with Thermaltake Smart BM3 Bronze power supplies, available in 850 W, 750 W, and 650 W models to support the next generation of entry-level graphics cards. With its semi-modular design and 80+ Bronze efficiency, the Smart BM3 Bronze series offers an affordable solution that meets its target audience's budget needs without compromising performance. Each power supply includes modular low-profile flat black cables and a native 12+4-pin PCIe Gen 5 connector that adheres to the latest ATX 3.0 standard, ensuring future-proof compatibility and a streamlined build process.

Highlighting durability and quiet operation, the series features high-quality Japanese 105°C/221°F main capacitors and a 120 mm ultra-quiet fluid dynamic bearing fan further enhanced by Smart Zero Fan technology to minimize noise during low to medium loads. This attention to detail extends to the precise DC-to-DC design for stable electrical output and comprehensive hardware protection mechanisms such as OCP, OVP, UVP, OPP, SCP, and OTP. Despite their robust functionality, these power supplies are designed with a compact footprint of 150 mm (W) x 86 mm (H) x 140 mm (D), making them an ideal choice for space-conscious setups.

ToughPower GF A3 Gold: Precision-Engineered for Next-Generation Gaming PCs with ATX 3.0 and PCIe Gen 5 Capabilities
ToughPower GF A3 Gold series power supplies, offered in 1200 W, 1050 W, and 850 W models, are expertly engineered to meet the demands of next-generation PCs. These power supplies are fully equipped for PCIe Gen 5 and ATX 3.0 specifications, ready to handle the most advanced graphics cards on the market. With their compact design, the ToughPower GF A3 Gold units are specially crafted to fit seamlessly into constrained PC cases, providing robust, streamlined solutions for any graphically demanding PC builds.

ToughPower GF A3 Gold series emphasizes reliability and top-tier performance and supports a native 12+4-pin PCIe Gen 5 connector, ensuring compatibility with future GPU releases. The exceptional voltage regulation aligns with Intel's stringent standards, guaranteeing consistent power delivery. These PSUs boast an impressive hold-up time of over 17 milliseconds and operate continuously at a warm 45°C/122°F without compromising efficiency or output. At the core of the design is a 120 mm ultra-quiet fluid dynamic bearing fan, providing optimal airflow quietly. Coupled with high-quality Japanese 105°C/221°F main capacitors and a robust DC-to-DC design, the ToughPower GF A3 Gold series promises precise electrical output and complete hardware protection, featuring OCP, OVP, UVP, OPP, SCP, and OTP, securing your system's safety and longevity.



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The pinnacle of innovation, tailored solutions, and sustainability: selling commodity components with your sticker in Best Buy in particular!
 
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BustBuy....w.O.w.....

The last time I was in a BB store, I asked the tweener-bot salesperson where the PSU's were, and he gave me an angry, dazed "deer in the headlights" look, as if that was a verboten question or something....fortunately for him I was in a good mood that day, and I had a good idea of where they were anyways, however, as usual, they had multiple spots on the shelves for various brands & models, but only 3-4 of them actually had product available, the rest were empty....

Same thing for the Cat6 cables (which was actually what I went there for), they had 15 spots for them, but only 3 were stocked....and those were mostly useless sizes.....6", 7", 15"....

BustBuy...yea that's where all quality mfgr's should be selling their products.. /s

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BustBuy....w.O.w.....

The last time I was in a BB store, I asked the tweener-bot salesperson where the PSU's were, and he gave me an angry, dazed "deer in the headlights" look, as if that was a verboten question or something....fortunately for him I was in a good mood that day, and I had a good idea of where they were anyways, however, as usual, they had multiple spots on the shelves for various brands & models, but only 3-4 of them actually had product available, the rest were empty....

Same thing for the Cat6 cables (which was actually what I went there for), they had 15 spots for them, but only 3 were stocked....and those were mostly useless sizes.....6", 7", 15"....

BustBuy...yea that's where all quality mfgr's should be selling their products.. /s

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I can't remember the last time I actually physically browsed a BB store. I buy my gear online and pick it up at the CS desk (don't trust them to carry anything to the curb tbh). The kids at the desk are always polite and helpful, they even offered to help carry my 6 Seasonic PSUs out to the truck for me on my last trip. I chuckled.

Thermaltake PSUs from BB? I'd have to do some serious research before trusting the two together (BB/TT).
 
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Wow, I'm pleasantly surprised by this. Both are well-rated power supplies by hardwarebusters and having them available as an emergency option is really nice to have.
 
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