OCZ Introduces EliteXStream PSU

**Jason** · Posted: Thu, 10 Apr 2008 19:52:03 Post Subject: OCZ Introduces EliteXStream PSU

OCZ Technology Introduces the Highly Efficient EliteXStream PSU Featuring a Powerful Single-Rail Design for Optimum Distribution to High-Performance Systems

Sunnyvale, Calif. — April 7, 2008 — OCZ Technology Group, a worldwide leader in innovative, ultra-high performance and high reliability memory and PC components, today unveiled the EliteXStream power supply family for high-powered gaming systems and workstations. Designed to offer the consumer market an enthusiast-grade computer power supply with a state-of-the-art architecture, the EliteXStream is the ultimate power solution for those users that require an ultra-efficient, highly reliable, high-wattage solution for their leading-edge gaming machine.

Co-developed with the experts at PC Power & Cooling, the EliteXStream is a flagship model among OCZ’s lineup of gamer-oriented power supplies. Expanding on a lineup of powerful and stable PSUs, OCZ designed the 800W and 1000W EliteXStream for optimum power distribution to all components by utilizing the superior "single +12V rail" design perfected by PC Power & Cooling. This trail-blazing approach to +12V rail design ends the need to budget power "across the rails" as is the case with the less effective multi-rail design found in the vast majority of high-performance PSUs on the market today.

“I am excited to bring a high-performance PSU to market that so effectively fuses the in-depth gaming and enthusiast experience of OCZ with the legendary power supply expertise of the PC Power & Cooling division”, said Ryan Edwards, Product Manager for the OCZ Technology Group. “Featuring up to 86% efficiency, a staggering single +12V rail output, a complete array of connectors, and an attractive MSRP, the new EliteXstream Series of PSUs sets a new standard for both the OCZ brand and the high-performance industry in general."

The EliteXStream will be available in 800W and 1000W configurations, delivering up to 1KW of continuous power through a complete array of connectors including four 8-pin (6+2) PCI-E and 17 drive connectors. These PSUs are kept supremely cool with a large 120mm fan and feature a standard ATX power supply form factor.

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sbrehm72255 · Posted: Fri, 11 Apr 2008 00:08:20 Post Subject:

These are supposed to be extremely well engineered and put together PSU's from what I've read so far. Might be something to keep a eye on next time you're in the market for a new PSU.

TomatoSlayer · Rated PG Joined: 11 Feb 2008 Posts: 12

I know enthusiasts and gamers need power, but I still think that high of wattage is still unnecessary for your average gamer.

timberwolf · Rated R Joined: 02 Oct 2007 Posts: 52

Interesting that PC Power and Cooling had a part in making this PSU. I'm curious about the price. I might be in the market for a new PSU.

sbrehm72255 · Posted: Fri, 11 Apr 2008 17:04:59 Post Subject:

Seeing as OCZ OWNS PCP&Cing it completely understandable that they would be involved in designing the units.......... Wink

I would think that they (PCP&Cing) would be designing all the future PSU's, if not, why did OCZ buy them in the first place........... Smile

Crisis · Rated R Joined: 09 Feb 2007 Posts: 93

The PSU got reviewed over at Overclock3D. Looking good sofar.

sbrehm72255 · Posted: Sat, 12 Apr 2008 00:19:42 Post Subject:

The [H] did a extremely in depth review right before they were released............ Wink

tomato · Rated NC-17 Joined: 14 Mar 2006 Posts: 101

I currently run an OCZ 700W and am completely satisfied with it. So I would not hesitate in at least looking at this if I was in the market for a 1000W PSU Wink