CONCLUSION

   Even though getting a new PSU with an output of 700W means that you’ll be having quite a few power cables to use (for example the Pure Power 11 700W Essential has 7) and thus a fully modular or even semi-modular model would be best for people who care about looks and maximum possible case airflow (however nothing a tower with a PSU shroud/cover can’t fix) this is a good example of how we just can’t have it all. With that out of the way we can’t say that we’ve had any issues with the L11-700W since build quality is exactly what you’d expect by a be quiet! product (alas one of their low/mid-end models), the 80 Plus Gold efficiency certification is very good for a product of its category, it offers good rail stability and last but not least noise levels never crossed the 40dBA barrier during our tests (yet do keep in mind that we didn’t max-out the power output of the L11-700W so at full load the fan could produce even higher dBA numbers).

   Typically price is what makes or breaks low/mid-end products and with a current price tag set at around USD140 inside the USA (unfortunately the L11-700W is still not available in Newegg) things are not looking good. On the other hand the Pure Power 11 700W (L11-700W) currently retails for 93.90Euros inside the EU (Amazon DE) and although it’s still just a tad higher than we had hoped for a non-modular model still we don’t think it’s overboard. With that out of the way the L11-700W is clearly aimed towards casual consumers who are willing to spend slightly more than what they would on a PSU from a noname brand in order to get build quality, good rail stability, 80 Plus Gold electrical efficiency and a 5 year warranty and that’s why it comes highly recommended by us.

PROS

- Build Quality
- Good Rail Stability
- 80 Plus Gold Certified
- Peak Output (840W)
- Electrical Protections (OCP/OVP/UVP/SCP/OPP/OTP)
- 5 Year Warranty

CONS

- Not Modular
- Price (For Some)
- Current Availability (USA)