Corsair’s Gamer Series PSU is now within its 2nd Generation and as a result has a fresh look which is certain to not only satisfy the gamer but also the enthusiast too.

We tested the PSU at just under 50% and 85% load and the results were very good indeed. Voltage variance presented no issues and the noise levels were likewise of no real concern at these operating states.

Aesthetics and build quality are an area where the GS800 shines. A PSU is a component which rarely sees any exciting styling or design yet Corsair have put time and effort into how this unit looks and I have to say for a PSU, GS800 is very pleasing to the eye and it does excite. Corsair have even gone as far as to allow for LED colour switching with GS800 – so no matter what colour configuration you have co-ordinated your system with, you can pair it up with GS800 no problem. There is also the option to switch the lighting off altogether if this isn’t your thing.



The only real niggle with this unit is the fact that it isn’t modular. All of the power cables are hard-wired meaning that any redundant cables will have to be hidden out of sight – typically behind the motherboard tray within a computer chassis. In some computer chassis this could be tricky as the cables are rather long and abundant.

Priced around £80inc. VAT, I have no qualms in saying that the GS800 is a great value for money option for those on the hunt for a decent PSU. Other bronze certified units are priced higher than GS800 and as you have seen in this review it makes no reservations for looks, feel or performance.

GS800 is one of the best looking PSUs out there, it will transform the visual appearance of the system whilst delivering top-class, reliable performance to your much loved components. GS800 attains our prestigious gold and amazing value awards.