Cougar SX Series 80 PLUS Silver 850W Modular Power Supply Unboxing & First Look Linus Tech Tips

The unboxing video starts with Linus introducing the Cougar SX Series 850 W power supply, highlighting its branding and certification features such as 80 Plus Silver, Crossfire, and SLI readiness. He comments on the product’s aesthetics, noting the sleek black finish with silver accents and orange cable highlights, and he explains the packaging and included quick-start materials. The host proceeds to remove the PSU from the box, inspect the hardwired connectors, and discuss the importance of modular cabling for neat builds, showing the different modular cables included and how they can be arranged for flexible setups. He then delves into the rail layout of the unit, explaining that it is a four-rail design with clearly labeled 12V rails, and how the DC-to-DC technology helps maintain stable voltages under load. The video transitions to a deeper look at the unit’s construction, including the hydrodynamic bearing 140 mm fan, its blade design, and the aesthetic finish that matches the 80 Plus Silver rating. Linus highlights the unit’s build quality, Japanese capacitors, and its rating to deliver power reliably up to 50°C, contrasting it with other PSUs that are rated at lower, less realistic temperatures. He closes by noting the included heavy-duty power connector and wiring gauge, then invites viewers to subscribe for more Linus Tech Tips content while appreciating Cougar’s long-standing presence in the PC component market.

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