Performance Rating

Overall performance is good, but the competition from XPG and Thermaltake performs better, while the CX450 is on top of this chart.

Noise Rating

The graph below depicts the cooling fan's average noise output throughout the entire operating range of the PSU, with an ambient temperature between 30°C and 32°C.


Average noise output is not high, but the XPG Pylon 450 scores a notably lower noise output score.

Efficiency Rating

The graph below shows the PSU's average efficiency throughout its operating range, with an ambient temperature between 30°C and 32°C.


Average efficiency is satisfactory, with the CX450M taking the lead from the Pylon 450.

5VSB Efficiency Rating

The graph below shows the PSU's average efficiency at 5VSB, with an ambient temperature between 30°C and 32°C.


The 5VSB rail is efficient.

PF Rating

The graph below shows the PSU's average PF throughout its operating range, with an ambient temperature between 30°C and 32°C.


The APFC converter does a good job.