Fractal Design Ion SFX Gold 500W Power Supply Review

Our Verdict

The Fractal Design Ion 500G is an excellent SFX-L power supply with top performance and quiet output.

For

  • Full power at 47 degrees Celsius
  • High performance
  • Quiet enough operation
  • Flexible and fully modular cables
  • SFX-to-ATX mounting bracket
  • Ten-year warranty

Against

  • 5VSB efficiency could be higher
  • Some high EMI peaks at low frequencies
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