CONCLUSION

   The AG-650M PSU is the very first model by Solytech to ever reach our lab (at least to my knowledge) and although we didn’t expect much, we weren’t really disappointed. Rail stability is very good, the 80 Plus Gold Certification ensures high electrical efficiency levels, the electrical protections are on par with what we see from all the “popular” models and both the +12V primary and secondary rails are quite strong for this type of power supply unit. Our two only problems are with the Chinese capacitors used (lifespan – although the 10-year warranty has you covered in that event) and the noise levels of the fan which almost hit 43dBA and that without maxing out the output of the unit (it should be even louder at 650W). Granted I doubt anyone would purchase a 650W PSU if a system could climb even up to 600W but our tests are the same for every model and clearly the AG-650M is among the loudest ones we’ve ever tested (honestly, we weren’t expecting this from an 1000RPM fan).

   At the end of the day price is what defines products like the AG-650M by ApexGaming and with a current price tag set at USD78.35 inside the USA (Amazon.com) things are looking great. On the other hand, the AG-650M retails for just 55Euros inside the EU (Amazon.co.uk – limited offer while supplies last) making it the ideal choice for people on very tight budgets. Bottom line although the AG-650M 80 Plus Gold Power Supply Unit by ApexGaming wasn’t able to secure an award it still comes highly recommended by us especially for residents of the EU who are looking for a budget friendly model accompanied by an excellent warranty.

PROS

- Overall Build Quality
- Very Good Rail Stability
- 80 Plus Gold Certified
- Peak Output (858W)
- Electrical Protections (OCP/OVP/UVP/SCP/OPP)
- Fully Modular
- 10 Year Warranty
- Current Price (EU)

CONS

- Noise Levels
- Secondary Capacitors Quality
- Price (USA)