Zippy Gaming G1 (GSM-6600P): Hybrid or Fence-Sitter?
by Christoph Katzer on August 3, 2007 2:30 AM EST- Posted in
- Cases/Cooling/PSUs
Cables and Connectors
All the cables are sleeved with a black mesh to the first connector; after the first connector the wires are exposed, which isn't a huge problem since the cables are often help in place with cable ties. However, for those that value aesthetics, this may not be an ideal solution.
With lengths of up to 75cm the cables are long enough for most of the cases. For a "gaming" PSU we would have appreciated more PEG connectors. Two PEG connections are sufficient for most configurations, but both are 6-pin and it would have been good to get at least one 8-pin PEG connection. Higher-end setups could potentially use up to four PEG connectors, and since this power supply is capable of driving such a setup it's unfortunate that the necessary cables are not present.
The Hook
The hook for the power cord was a great idea and is implemented in all of Zippy's retail products. You just plug the cord in and slide the hook over it. Afterwards, it would require quite a bit of force to remove the cord, so accidental disconnects will hopefully be eliminated.
The hook is designed to work with the included power cord from Zippy since it has the correct shape. As seen in the second picture, it does not work with some other cords, so if you like the feature you will want to make sure you use the correct cable.
All the cables are sleeved with a black mesh to the first connector; after the first connector the wires are exposed, which isn't a huge problem since the cables are often help in place with cable ties. However, for those that value aesthetics, this may not be an ideal solution.
With lengths of up to 75cm the cables are long enough for most of the cases. For a "gaming" PSU we would have appreciated more PEG connectors. Two PEG connections are sufficient for most configurations, but both are 6-pin and it would have been good to get at least one 8-pin PEG connection. Higher-end setups could potentially use up to four PEG connectors, and since this power supply is capable of driving such a setup it's unfortunate that the necessary cables are not present.
The Hook
The hook for the power cord was a great idea and is implemented in all of Zippy's retail products. You just plug the cord in and slide the hook over it. Afterwards, it would require quite a bit of force to remove the cord, so accidental disconnects will hopefully be eliminated.
The hook is designed to work with the included power cord from Zippy since it has the correct shape. As seen in the second picture, it does not work with some other cords, so if you like the feature you will want to make sure you use the correct cable.
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Super Nade - Friday, August 3, 2007 - link
I wonder if you guys have access to 2900XT's and a quad to actually test this unit?I would have to disagree with you on comparing Seasonic to Zippy. Most currently available data suggests that Seasonic won't match up in terms of voltage regulation (ex: 's data and JonnyGURU's data).
Lack of connectors can be a shortfall, but I'm not sure if anything else really matters. I suppose we are looking at things from different perspectives. From an Engineering standpoint, I love the Zippy. That is how I look at things. EMI, good surge protection, resonant Q-Filter on the input, an MOV ... and everything else that leads to workhorse performance is how I look at it.
JarredWalton - Saturday, August 4, 2007 - link
Just turning off the highlighting (white text).Bjoern77 - Friday, August 3, 2007 - link
It's nice to see some different power supplies tested, and not again a Infiniti 720W test ;)(though i'd appreciate a 650w infinity test, since i'm currently choosing between the 650W Infiniti and the Seasonic 650w Energy plus)
And i wish Anandtech would put out reviews and guides at at least half the speed you do - ok, a bit unfair, since you review one by one.
Keep going,
B.
Bozo Galora - Friday, August 3, 2007 - link
Well, no one can say this review has a sugar coated conclusion - lolIts nice to know you can tell it like it is, even tho you are reviewing a unit that Zippy themselves sent, not one that you purchased retail.
wolfman3k5 - Friday, August 3, 2007 - link
Good review, really do appreciate it. This is the kind of product I like reviewed, not Enermax 500 Watt PSU that anyone can get their hands on. Heck, even the shop down the street from me had Enermax Liberty PSUs in stock. Zippy makes decent enthusiast/server PSUs, how ever I prefer to stick to my PC Power & Cooling Quad 750W. Keep up the good work guys, and thanks again for the review.Talcite - Friday, August 3, 2007 - link
I love how you guys have these new reviews on the PSUs but I sure miss the oscilloscope readings that other sites have posted. Is your chroma tester capable of also putting one of those out?None of your graphs realistically depict spikes and sags in the voltage, only the average obtained in the long run. I was under the impression that the ATX specs require PSUs to be within a specified range for both sustained voltage changes and instantaneous voltage changes.