TESTING METHODOLOGY

    In order to properly test UPS devices, I am simulating real world usage by using a TV and a short throw projector paired with a media player and even my newest Intel Core Ultra 9 285k test rig (mostly for stability purposes). Once again, power draw is not 100% fixed (fluctuates a bit, as expected) but the minimum and maximum numbers during all tests don't exceed 10W for the first and 20W for the latter (so do keep this in mind).

    To simulate real power outages, I will be turning the corresponding power switch (circuit breaker) in the lab a total of 5 times (5 for each test), 3 of which I will pushing it back on immediately and 2 which I will allow a couple of minutes to pass. If any of the UPS models I test fail to protect the connected equipment (or fail to keep it running) I will be sure to mention it at the end of the review.

    As for noise levels, I’ll be using the ExTech HD600 decibel meter placed 5cm away from each UPS model (results will not include beeping sounds coming from their internal speakers).