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Load Testing: To test the loads placed on the power supply, I ran F@H, 3DMark 2k3 and ripped an Audio CD at the same time. I also tested the voltages with and without an overclock to see how much the output varied. This was done to make the computer draw as much power from the power supply as possible. Test System:
Due to motherboards and monitoring programs sometimes giving inaccurate data, I used a multi meter to measure all results. This way we ensure accurate numbers. Idle voltages maintained constantly in all three ranges at 12.17, 5.06 and 3.32. Now lets see how she overclocks and handles a full load.
Here we see the voltages as tested at stock speeds. Not too much of a change.
When put under full load with a massive overclock this power supply maintians it's stability. The voltages changed a little bit, but the changes were nothing to be concerned with and were usually for the better. Also, under full load the 120mm fan was a faint whisper at it's loudest. I can't even hear it when I turn off all of the fans in the case except for the HSF. Final Thoughts: The Super Tornado is definatly on the right path to blowing away it's competition. It's one of the best power supplies I've had the ability to test and use. It puts out plenty of stable power and it keeps things quiet. If you're an overclocker a gamer or just a quiet freak, the Super Tornado is the power supply for you. Pros:
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Thank you Seasonic for giving us here at PCA the opportunity to review the Super Tornado.
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