Antec 400 watt ps or Enermax 330?

[de8212]

I am having trouble deciding whether to get this case with the 330w Enermax ATX Power Supply (or even upgrading to one of the ones in the drop down menu) or getting the antec 1040 with the 400 watt ps.
The cases are identical so it's really up to the power supply. I will be getting the case and modding it in some way and then getiing an AMD 1.4 (or faster) after I get the case the way I want it.
Cost is not that much of a factor.

Opinions?


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[MichaelD]

Being that both PSs are high-quality, this is more of an opinion/personal preference type question. Short of an 8-SCSI drive rig, there really isn't anything that the Antec will run that this Enermax won't. However, I would get the Antec 400-watter for a little more headroom. I have it and it does run hot, even with a relatively small rig, but that's OK. My 12 and 5 volt rails never dip below 12 and 5 volts, everything is granite-stabile and I'm happy with it. Either way, you can't go wrong, but for the additional peace of mind, I'd get the Antec.

 

[Jiggz]

I could be wrong on this one but aren't Antec's made by Sparkle? If they are, that's even a better reason to go for the 400W.

 

[Blain]

Let the list be your guide

 

[Athlon4all]

For 1.4GHz athlons, 400W is a must IMHO.

 

[LanEvoVI]

I'd go w/ the Antec 400 W because not only is it a high quality power supply, it has adjustable pots to jack up your 5V rail in case your overclock needs even more power.

 

[MallowJr]

And I accidently bought the Enlight case with Enlight 413W power supply.
I wanted Enermax or Antec...oh well we will see what happens!

:disgust:

 

[Informant X]

My antec PP412 400 watt has been running like a charm man!

 

[Lord Gwynz]

I lost faith in Enermax. Is there a good reputable site that stocks Sparkle power supplies? Looking to replace the Enermax 350W I have now and would like a genuine Sparkle instead of a rebadged unit if possible. THanks

 

[Dreadogg]

Can't wait on my Antec 1030B with the PP-412X 400w ATX ps.

 

[damocles]

I could be wrong on this one but aren't Antec's made by Sparkle? If they are, that's even a better reason to go for the 400W.

Sorry, Sparkle don't make the Antec PSus. Given the choice i would take the Antec over the Enermax.- personal preference