Corsair RM Series 750 W Review 17

Corsair RM Series 750 W Review

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Packaging


The RM750 comes in a similar package as the RM850—only the model number and some data changed. The front then has a close-up of the nicely designed fan grill, the model number, and a series of badges drawing our attention to the unit's quiet operation, Gold efficiency, semi-passive operation, and five year warranty.


Only the model number is depicted on this side, along with the descriptor "ultra-quiet PSU", which certainly holds true.


On this side, Corsair was kind enough to provide detailed information on all available connectors that equip this PSU, including their corresponding cable length.


On the rear are two graphs showing the efficiency and fan noise curves, and the power specifications table in the bottom-right corner. A QR code on top will lead you to the official product page with more information, photos, etc.

Contents


The package comes with a sleeve. It hides a sturdy cardboard box inside of which the PSU is surrounded by packing foam for ample protection. Corsair is very cautious and provides their PSUs with great packaging, which is to their own benefit since it prevents avoidable DOAs, keeping RMAs to a minimum.


The bundle includes an AC power cord, the modular cables, a set of fixing bolts, several leaflets, including the user's manual and a notification referring to the RM750's semi-passive mode. The latter notification lets inexperienced users know that there is nothing wrong with the sitting-like-a-duck fan at lower loads. Corsair should really add a fan-test mode to have users figure out whether the fan is working properly or not. Such a test mode could be engaged via a button or simply during the PSU start-up phase, by having the fan rotate for a couple seconds.

Exterior


The finish is good, though it is more on the glossy side than matte, giving us a hard time during the photo-shooting session. Corsair's nicely designed fan grill really does looks cool, adding many appearance points to the total.

The unit's small on/off switch is right next to the AC receptacle. The fan grill on the front follows the classic honeycomb design—it may look plain but is pretty effective. Plain decals depict the model number on both sides, but their yellow font goes well with the unit's dark finish. Finally, the specifications label is installed on the bottom.


The fully modular PCB doesn't have as many sockets as that of its bigger brother, the RM850. To be more specific, it lacks three sockets: two PCIe and one EPS connector. It should, in our humble opinion, have an additional EPS connector for a total of two, but Corsair was unfortunately very conservative in this matter.


Since it uses the same exact casing as the RM850, it is also large. However, every modern ATX case can accommodate this PSU without any problems.


All cables are stealth and ribboned. Hiding these inside a black chassis will then be easy, and none will block airflow to the same degree as normal, rough wires.


Cable quality is high enough for a unit of this price category.
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