Corsair HX650 Professional Modular Power Supply Unboxing Linus Tech Tips

This video is Linus Tech Tips’ hands-on unboxing of the Corsair HX650 Professional Series power supply. He begins by highlighting the key upgrades over the HX620, namely an extra 30 watts of output and a longer seven-year warranty, compared with the HX620’s five-year coverage. Inside the packaging he notes the manual, a Corsair powered-by sticker, zip ties, a power cord, mounting screws, and the modular cable kit, which is organized in a Velcro-sealed bag for easy access. The modular cables include one 5-pin, two SATA, and two 6+2 pin PCIe rails, plus an innovative Y-adapter that splits a single six-pin into two 6+2 PCIe connections, allowing multiple high-end GPU configurations. He also points out the pre-attached 24-pin and 4+4 EPS cables, with the detachable 20+4 configuration, and discusses how the cable layout helps keep builds tidy. The unit itself is shown to be compact with a 120 mm fan and an absence of a physical voltage switch, indicating active power factor correction. He measures and compares its size to a typical OEM PSU, notes the single strong 12V rail capable of delivering substantial wattage, and remarks on Corsair’s design choices, such as labeling for Corsair Obsidian case compatibility and overall build quality. The video closes with a quick wrap on the features and expected performance, framing the HX650 as a capable, modular option for enthusiasts who want cleaner cable management and reliable power delivery.

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