Question PSU Tiers

[mahin1384]

Hey fellow PC builders,

I wanted to ask: what do you think about categorizing PSUs into tiers? I've heard of the Cultists Tier List and also psu prices to go alongside it. Has anyone else used this site or similar tier lists for PSU shopping?

Also, for those who have used tier lists, how much do you factor them into your final decision vs. other criteria like specific features or brand preferences?

 

[Lutfij]

We had a PSU tier list on our forums, too though not with prices since prices can and will vary with regards to availability and regions. The best thing to do is to cross-reference with info found off the web, you can use Hardware Busters' reviews on PSU's as well.

 

[geofelt]

Power supply tier lists are very useful for those with little direct psu experience.
That includes most of us, including me.
I like the detail found on the cultists list mentioned above.

But, I might have issue with the assignment of tiers which has some subjectivity to it.

Not knowing anything else, I suggest people look at the warranty and select candidates with longer 7 years of warranty or more.
Then check on reviews from a reputable site.
I miss the jonnyguru reviews.