Thermaltake Smart 500W 80+ White Certified PSU, Continuous Power with 120mm Ultra

The Thermaltake Smart 500W power supply is built to provide reliable electrical power for desktop personal computers. Designed for entry-level to mid-range systems, it delivers 500 watts of continuous output at up to 40 degrees Celsius, ensuring your computer receives consistent wattage during operation. It complies with both Intel ATX 12V 2.31 and EPS 12V 2.92 standards for broad desktop component compatibility.

Efficiency and stability are central to the design. The unit is 80 PLUS Certified, delivering 80 percent efficiency under typical loads to help reduce wasted electricity. Under the hood, it features Active Power Factor Correction (Active PFC), a powerful single +12V rail designed to handle diverse system loading, and a mean time between failures (MTBF) rated at 100,000 hours.

For hardware safety and expansion, this unit comes equipped with essential industry-grade protections, including Over Power Protection (OPP), Over Voltage Protection (OVP), and Short Circuit Protection (SCP). It also provides two PCI-E 6+2-pin connectors, allowing you to hook up dedicated graphics hardware. The listing does not mention modular cabling, fan curve controls, or exact peripheral cable counts, so builders should expect fixed cables.

Verdict: The Thermaltake Smart 500W power supply is a solid pick for budget-conscious builders assembling standard desktop PCs. It delivers certified efficiency, essential safeguards, and a 5-year warranty for everyday computing needs.

• Total Continuous Power: 500 Watts (at +40°C)
• Efficiency Rating: 80 PLUS Certified (80% efficiency under typical load)
• Standards Compliance: Intel ATX 12V 2.31, EPS 12V 2.92
• PCI-E Connectors: 2x PCI-E 6+2-pin
• Protections: OPP (Over Power), OVP (Over Voltage), SCP (Short Circuit)
• Reliability: MTBF 100,000 hours, Active PFC
• Warranty: 5 Years

A great fit if you:

• Need a reliable 500-watt power supply for an everyday home or office desktop.
• Require dedicated PCI-E power with dual 6+2-pin connectors for your graphics card.
• Value built-in electrical safety protections alongside a long 5-year warranty.

Consider something else if you:

• Build a high-draw gaming rig that demands significantly more than 500 watts.
• Require higher efficiency tiers such as Gold or Platinum ratings.

What safety protections are built into this power supply?
It includes industry-grade Over Power Protection (OPP), Over Voltage Protection (OVP), and Short Circuit Protection (SCP).

How many graphics card connectors does it support?
It comes with two PCI-E 6+2-pin connectors to power compatible video cards.

What is the warranty coverage on this unit?
Thermaltake backs this power supply with a 5-year warranty.