Gigabyte
GIGABYTE GP-P850GM 850 W Power Supply
The Gigabyte P850GM is an 850W fully modular power supply, perfect for building clean and efficient PC systems. It boasts 80 PLUS Gold certification, ensuring reliable power delivery with minimal wasted energy. Cooling is managed by a quiet 120mm Hydraulic Bearing (HYB) fan, and it uses main Japanese capacitors for enhanced stability and performance. This unit features a powerful single +12V rail and a comprehensive suite of protection circuits to keep your components safe. Its compact design fits easily into various PC cases, and it comes with a 5-year warranty for peace of mind.
$149.99
Owner Satisfaction
1.3
/ 5
Category Rank
1061
/ 1062
#1061 in Computer Power Supplies
Price vs Category Average
-84%
Below average
Wattage Output
850
/ W
Who it's for
- 80 PLUS Gold Efficiency
- Fully Modular Design
- High Wattage Output
Who should skip it
- Significant Reliability and Safety Issues
- Aggressive Fan Noise
- Poor Transient Response
Key Specs
Wattage Output
850W
Efficiency Rating
80 PLUS Gold
Fan Type
120mm Smart Hydraulic Bearing (HYB) Fan
Capacitors
Main Japanese capacitors
Rail Design
Powerful single +12V rail
Protection Features
Over Voltage Protection, Over Power Protection, Short Circuit Protection, Under Voltage Protection, Over Current Protection, Over Temperature Protection
Dimensions (LxWxH)
5.51 x 5.91 x 3.39 inches
Weight
5.51 pounds
Features
- Fully modular for easy installation
- High efficiency with 80 PLUS Gold
- Quiet and reliable HYB fan cooling
- Stable performance with Japanese capacitors
- Powerful single +12V rail
- Comprehensive protection for component safety
- Compact size for versatile builds
- Backed by a 5-year warranty
What customers say
Customer sentiment for the GIGABYTE GP-P850GM 850W power supply centers almost entirely on severe reliability and safety concerns. Although the unit offered an appealing 80+ Gold efficiency and a fully modular design at a good price, these features were overshadowed by widespread reports of catastrophic failures. Users noted high failure rates and instances of explosive shutdowns or tripped breakers. This has created significant consumer distrust. The initial negative publicity regarding longevity and potential hardware damage means most builders strongly advise against this specific model, viewing it as a substantial risk to system integrity.
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