INTRODUCTION

   Time and again we've pointed out the many reasons as to the why consumers always need to have a good power supply unit installed in their systems, especially if those systems feature high-end CPU's and graphics cards. We've also pointed out in all our previous power supply unit reviews that models released by large brands/manufacturers are almost always reliable and even though build quality, rail stability, electrical efficiency, number of connectors, output wattage and even noise levels all do change from model to model things which can actually cause damage to your system (such as ripple) are no longer a serious concern (if at all). With that out of the way as many of you are aware, we recently started cooperating with EVGA and so today marks our very first PSU review of one of their models and more specifically the brand new SuperNOVA 850 G5.

   EVGA is the #1 NVIDIA authorized partner in channel sales throughout North America. Based on the philosophy of intelligent innovation, market knowledge, and the real time operation, EVGA continues to identify the need in the market place and providing the solution to that need. By offering product differentiation, a 90 day Step-Up program, and other customer focused programs, EVGA is a clear leader in all categories: etail, retail, distribution, and system builders. With headquarters in Brea, CA, EVGA's global coverage includes EVGA GmbH in Munich, EVGA LATAM in Miami, and EVGA Hong Kong. For further information online about EVGA, visit https://www.evga.com.

   The brand new SuperNOVA G5 line includes 650/750/850/1000W models all of which are fully modular and 80 PLUS Gold certified (91%+ electrical efficiency). The 850W output model which we have here with us today sports a continuous power output of 850W (maximum/peak power output of up to 990W) and comes packed with several interested features including active Clamp +DC to DC design, DC to DC converter, zero-RPM mode (EVGA ECO), 135mm fluid-dynamic bearing fan, 100% Japanese primary heavy-duty capacitors, single +12V rail (70.8A) which can make use of almost the entire total rated power output of this unit (849.2W) and an array of industrial-grade electrical protections such as OVP (Over Voltage Protection), UVP (Under Voltage Protection), OCP (Over Current Protection), OPP (Over Power Protection), SCP (Short Circuit Protection) and OTP (Over Temperature Protection). Of course, as we've come to expect from EVGA the entire SuperNOVA G5 line of power supply units is covered by a 10-year limited warranty.