INTRODUCTION

   Everything seems to be getting smaller and smaller nowadays (oh miniaturization) from the very obvious everyday things like clothes and cars and up to electrical and electronic devices of all kinds. Of course PC hardware couldn't be far behind (although it actually seems to be leading the "pack") and so lately we've seen many manufacturers produce really small/compact CPU coolers, graphics cards, mainboards, PC cases, power supplies and even complete systems. Power supplies however have always been amongst the first thing people tend to check out when starting to build a brand new system from scratch and that goes double for mATX/mITX configurations. Well today we're going to take a look at what could be the solution for people after compact SFX form factor PSUs with adequate power outputs, the SST-SX600-G 600W by SilverStone.

   Founded in 2003, SilverStone is an established leader in its field, with an elite team of engineers; we started our quest of providing products that create inspirations. We have since expanded the lines of products as well as types of products we produce, giving our customers a wide selection of choices. With distribution centers in different areas of the globe, SilverStone products can be seen all over the world, not just for computer users but also for home entertainment use. Providing leisure with integration of advanced technologies that is functional and making them enjoyable to use. Here at SilverStone Technology, we continue to pride ourselves in providing the highest level of standards in designing and manufacturing computer enclosures, power supplies, and accessories. Our pursuit for the first class aesthetic appeal is relentless; our teams of devoted engineers are constantly searching for the best technologies that suit end-users with different needs and will make our products as technologically sound as they are beautiful.

   The SilverStone SST-SX600-G 600W SFX form factor power supply unit is the first of its kind to arrive here so the very first things that impressed us all after opening its box was not only its tiny size but also the very good build quality and its modular design (aside its very good specifications and features). Of course due to the very compact size of the SFX form factor we don't expect to see much higher wattage units anytime soon (if we see any and modular at that) but 600W should be more than just sufficient for mATX/mITX systems (some may even say overkill). As a matter of fact even the 80 Plus Gold certification was a surprise to us since the only PSU some of us were aware until now that could come even close to the SST-SX600-G in terms of size only featured an 80 Plus Bronze certification. That being said from paper to real use things can be different so let’s move forward with our review of the SST-SX600-G 600W SFX form factor PSU.