OCZ Technology is a reputable computer hardware manufacturer very well-known among custom computer builders. They were founded in 2002 with the Headquarters based in San-Jose.
The company is quite popular for their lines of Solid State Drive and Power Supply Units. At the time of this article (2012), OCZ has approximately six models of Power Supply Units under their sleeve; but due to the recent acquiring of PC Power & Cooling in 2007 they have extended this number to a total of more than 9 different models.
The PC & Power Cooling (PPC) lineup is considered a more premium brand than OCZ’s. All PC & Power Cooling power supply units are made with solid components (Japanese capacitors), longer warranty (five to seven years) plus some are industrial graded. Therefore they are usually seen in industrial, high-end SIs, server-class or mission critical types of computer. On the other hand, OCZ Power supply units mainly targets the mainstream gamers, modders, enthusiasts, and system builders alike.
In this article, I will quickly point out the main differences between both all OCZ and PC Power Cooling power supply units for your convenience. I know this should help many of you guys on your research :)
Note : These following sub-models have been discontinued/phased out, thus they are not included in this comparison chart : GameXStream, ProXStream, StealthXStream.
OCZ CoreXStream Series - Entry Level Users
- Wattage : Available only in 500w, 200V model
- Fan Type : 120mm silent fan
- Efficiency : 80% efficient at typical loads; .99 Active PFC
- Powdercoat finish.
- Dual +12V Rails, continuous output rated at 30C
- 3-Year Warranty
- OCZ Website
| OCZ ModXstream Pro Series - Performance for Power Users
- Wattage : Available in 500W, 600W and 700W
- Fan Type : 135mm double-ball bearing fan
- Efficiency : 80% Standard; .99 Active PFC
- Semi-modular cable management
- Single +12V Rail, continuous output rated at 40C
- NVIVIA SLI-certified.
- Automatic Fan Speed Control Circuit.
- 3-Year Warranty.
- Dimension: 150x160x86mm
- 500W : +12V has 18A
- 600W : +12V has 25A
- 700W : +12V has 25A
- OCZ Website
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OCZ Fatal1ty Series - Performance for Power Gaming Users
- Wattage : Available in 550W and 750W
- Fan Type : 135mm double-ball bearing fan with red LED
- Efficiency : 85% Bronze; .99 Active PFC
- Semi-modular cable management
- Single +12V Rail, continuous output rated at 45C
- NVIVIA SLI-certified.
- Automatic Fan Speed Control Circuit.
- 5-Year Warranty.
- 750W : +12V has 18A
- OCZ Website
| OCZ Fatal1ty 1000w Series - Performance for Power Users
- Wattage : Available in 1000w
- Fan Type : 140mm double-ball bearing fan with red LED
- Efficiency : 85% Bronze; .99 Active PFC
- Individually Sleeved Cables
- Semi-modular cable management
- Single +12V Rail, continuous output rated at 45C
- NVIVIA SLI-certified.
- Automatic Fan Speed Control Circuit.
- 5-Year Warranty.
- +12V has 83A
- OCZ Website
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OCZ ZS Series - Mainstream Users
- Wattage : Available in 550W, 650W and 750W
- Fan Type : 135mm double-ball bearing fan
- Efficiency : 85%; .99 Active PFC
- Non-modular.
- Single +12V Rail, continuous output rated at 40C
- NVIVIA SLI-certified.
- Automatic Fan Speed Control Circuit.
- 3-Year Warranty.
- This model is being phased out.
- OCZ Website
| OCZ Z Series (Only Available at MicroCenter) - Enthusiasts & Professionals
- Wattage : Available in 850W and 1000W
- Fan Type : 135mm double-ball bearing fan
- Efficiency : 90% Gold; .99 Active PFC
- Semi-modular cable management
- Single +12V Rail, continuous output rated at 45C
- NVIVIA SLI-certified.
- Automatic Fan Speed Control Circuit.
- 1000W : +12V has 83A
- 5-Year Warranty.
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OCZ ZT Series - Enthusiasts & Professionals
- Wattage : Available in 550W, 650W and 750W
- Fan Type : 140mm double-ball bearing fan
- Efficiency : 85% Bronze; .99 Active PFC
- Fully-modular cable management
- Single +12V Rail, continuous output rated at 45C
- NVIVIA SLI-certified.
- Automatic Fan Speed Control Circuit.
- 5-Year Warranty.
- 550W : +12V has 45A
- 750W : +12V has 62A
- 650W : +12V has 54A
- OCZ Website
| OCZ ZX Series - Ultra-High Performance for Enthusiasts & Professionals
- Wattage : Available in 850W, 1000W and 1250W
- Fan Type : 140mm double-ball bearing fan
- Efficiency : 90% Gold; .99 Active PFC
- Fully-modular cable management
- Single +12V Rail, continuous output rated at 45C
- NVIVIA SLI-certified.
- Automatic Fan Speed Control Circuit.
- 5-Year Warranty.
- 850W : +12V has 70A
- 1000W : +12V has 83A
- 1250W : +12V has 104A
- OCZ Website
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PC Power & Cooling Silencer Mk II Series - Performance & Reliability for Workstations
- Industrial-grade
- Wattage : Available in 750W and 950W
- Fan Type : 135mm double-ball bearing fan
- Efficiency : 88%; .99 Active PFC
- Non-modular.
- Single +12V Rail, continuous output rated at 50C
- NVIVIA SLI-certified.
- Automatic Fan Speed Control Circuit.
- 7-Year Warranty.
- 750W : +12V has 62.4A
- 950W : +12V has 83.4A
- PPC Website
| PC Power & Cooling Silencer Mk III Series - Performance & Reliability for Workstations
- Industrial-grade
- Wattage : Available in 400W, 500W and 600W
- Fan Type : 120mm double-ball bearing fan
- Efficiency : 85%; .99 Active PFC
- Semi-modular cable management.
- Single +12V Rail, continuous output rated at 50C
- NVIVIA SLI-certified (except 400W version).
- Automatic Fan Speed Control Circuit.
- 5-Year Warranty.
- 600W : +12V has 46A
- PPC Website
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PC Power & Cooling Silencer Mk III 1200W Series image credit: tweaktown. - Performance & Reliability for Workstations
- Industrial-grade
- Wattage : Available in1200W
- Efficiency : 92% Platinum
- Semi-modular cable management.
- 7-year Warranty.
- Not Available Yet.
- PPC Website
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