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Series

RMx1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/psu/cp-9020270-na/rmx-series-rm850x-fully-modular-power-supply-cp-9020270-naRead 14 October 2026

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Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

CP-9020270-NA, CP-9020270-EU, CP-9020270-UK1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/psu/cp-9020270-na/rmx-series-rm850x-fully-modular-power-supply-cp-9020270-naRead 14 October 2026SKU CP-9020270-NA. The EU and UK units are CP-9020270-EU and CP-9020270-UK, listed on Corsair's German page and by UK retailers with the same Tech Specs. The Japan unit is CP-9020270-JP and is not stored.10Retailer pagescan.co.uk/products/850w-corsair-rmx-series-rm850x-black-fully-modular-cybenetics-gold-pcie-51-single-rail-140mm-fan-atxRead 14 October 2026Scan lists CP-9020270-UK.

MAG A850GL PCIE5, 306-7ZP8A11-CE01Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/power-supply/us/MAG-A850GL-PCIE5.pdfRead 16 October 2026Datasheet title MAG A850GL PCIE5. The later MAG A850GL PCIE5 II has its own order code and is a different product.4Maker product pagede-store.msi.com/products/mag-a850gl-pcie5Read 16 October 2026MSI e-shop Germany: order code 306-7ZP8A11-CE0.

GTIN / EAN

840006667506, 840006667445, 8400066675448Spec databasecomparateur-gamer.fr/prix/corsair-rm850x-2024-840006667445Read 14 October 2026EAN 840006667445 with reference CP-9020270-EU.9Retailer pageebay.com/p/22074154707Read 14 October 2026eBay product page for CP-9020270-NA shows UPC 0840006667506. This is the only source for the NA code. The check digit is valid.10Retailer pagescan.co.uk/products/850w-corsair-rmx-series-rm850x-black-fully-modular-cybenetics-gold-pcie-51-single-rail-140mm-fan-atxRead 14 October 2026Scan lists manufacturer code CP-9020270-UK with GTIN 840006667544.

47113770842534Maker product pagede-store.msi.com/products/mag-a850gl-pcie5Read 16 October 2026MSI e-shop Germany: EAN 4711377084253 (gtin13 in the page data).8Retailer pagestore.fluidone.com/msi-mag-a850gl-pcie5-power-supply-unit-850-w-20-4-pin-atx-atx-black-mag-a850gl-pcie5Read 16 October 2026EAN 4711377084253 for SKU MAG A850GL PCIE5, the same EAN as the MSI German e-shop.

AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

10 September 20244Press releasecorsair.com/newsroom/press-release/corsair-updates-popular-rmx-series-low-noise-power-supplies-with-atx-3-1-compliance-and-native-atx-12v-2x6-connectorRead 14 October 2026Press release dated September 10, 2024.

19 July 20233Press articlegdm.or.jp/pressrelease/2023/0719/498049Read 16 October 2026MSI Japan announced MAG A850GL PCIE5 and MAG A750GL PCIE5 on 2023-07-19. The Japanese list price was 18,980 JPY including tax, which is not stored.

Status

Available1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/psu/cp-9020270-na/rmx-series-rm850x-fully-modular-power-supply-cp-9020270-naRead 14 October 2026Page shows the product in stock.

Available4Maker product pagede-store.msi.com/products/mag-a850gl-pcie5Read 16 October 2026Page data shows the offer as in stock on 2026-10-16.

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

$149.993Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20240913090852/https://www.corsair.com/us/en/p/psu/cp-9020270-na/rmx-series-rm850x-fully-modular-power-supply-cp-9020270-naRead 14 October 2026Archived copy of the Corsair US page from 2024-09-13, three days after launch. It shows a regular price of 149.99 USD with no discount, excluding sales tax. Hardware Busters gives an MSRP of 150 USD excluding VAT. TweakTown prints 169.99 USD, which is the later list price on Corsair's page today.6Reviewhwbusters.com/psus/corsair-rm850x-atx-v3-1-psu-reviewRead 14 October 2026Technical specifications: MSRP (excluding VAT) 150 USD. Review published September 14, 2024.

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Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

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ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

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Black8Retailer pagestore.fluidone.com/msi-mag-a850gl-pcie5-power-supply-unit-850-w-20-4-pin-atx-atx-black-mag-a850gl-pcie5Read 16 October 2026Spec sheet: Product colour Black. The listing text still says ATX 3.0 compatible and native PCIe 5.0.9Spec databasegeizhals.de/msi-mag-a850gl-pcie5-850w-atx-3-0-a2979848.htmlRead 16 October 2026Farbe schwarz. MSI also sells a separate MAG A850GL PCIE5 WHITE under its own order code. It is not stored here because its datasheet could not be read.

Form factoriThe physical size standard that decides what fits in the case. An ATX unit is 150 × 86 mm at the back. An SFX unit is 125 × 63.5 mm.

ATX1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/psu/cp-9020270-na/rmx-series-rm850x-fully-modular-power-supply-cp-9020270-naRead 14 October 2026Tech Specs: Dimensions 160x150x86. The back face is 150 x 86 mm, the standard ATX size.

ATX1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/power-supply/us/MAG-A850GL-PCIE5.pdfRead 16 October 2026Dimensions (DxWxH) 140 x 150 x 86 mm. The back face is 150 x 86 mm, the standard ATX size. Cybenetics DUT Information prints Type ATX12V.

ATX versioniThe ATX12V design guide revision the maker claims compliance with. A 16-pin GPU cable alone does not establish ATX 3.x. A Cybenetics report that withholds its ATX badge does not change the maker's claim. It goes in the source note.

ATX 3.11Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/psu/cp-9020270-na/rmx-series-rm850x-fully-modular-power-supply-cp-9020270-naRead 14 October 2026Tech Specs: ATX12V Version 3.1.

ATX 3.11Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/power-supply/us/MAG-A850GL-PCIE5.pdfRead 16 October 2026Feature list in the 2025 sheets (US, global, UK and AU, generated 2025-03 to 2025-12): ATX 3.1 ready, native PCIe 5.1 dual-color 16-pin cable. The 2024 JP and CA sheets say ATX 3.0 compatible with a native PCIe 5.0 connector. The specification table and the connector counts are the same in both versions. The Japanese 2025 sheet says the same product described as ATX 3.0 also supports ATX 3.1. The German e-shop page and Hardware Busters still say ATX 3.0.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/power-supply/jp/MAG-A850GL-PCIE5.pdfRead 16 October 2026Japanese 2025 sheet: native 16-pin connector for ATX 3.1, and the same product described as ATX 3.0 also supports ATX 3.1.9Spec databasegeizhals.de/msi-mag-a850gl-pcie5-850w-atx-3-0-a2979848.htmlRead 16 October 2026Note: introduced as ATX 3.0 and PCIe 5.0 compatible, now also advertised as ATX 3.1 and PCIe 5.1 compatible. The page names the 16-pin cable 12V-2x6 and 600W, which the maker does not.

PCIe CEM versioniThe PCI Express card power revision the maker claims, as printed next to the ATX version. It sets the GPU power connector rules. It is not a slot speed. A reviewer's statement is not enough.

PCIe 5.11Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/psu/cp-9020270-na/rmx-series-rm850x-fully-modular-power-supply-cp-9020270-naRead 14 October 2026Feature list: ATX 3.1 compliant, supporting PCIe 5.1.

PCIe 5.11Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/power-supply/us/MAG-A850GL-PCIE5.pdfRead 16 October 20262025 sheets: native PCIe 5.1 dual-color 16-pin cable. The earlier sheets say PCIe 5.0. The specification table still names the connector PCI-E 5.0 (16 pin).

Modular cablesiFull means every cable detaches. Semi means some cables are fixed, usually the 24-pin and CPU cables.

Fully modular1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/psu/cp-9020270-na/rmx-series-rm850x-fully-modular-power-supply-cp-9020270-naRead 14 October 2026

Fully modular1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/power-supply/us/MAG-A850GL-PCIE5.pdfRead 16 October 2026Specifications: Modular Yes (full modular).

Built by (OEM)iThe company that designed and built the unit for the brand, such as CWT or FSP. As named by the maker, a teardown review or a Cybenetics report.

Channel Well Technology (CWT)5Measurementcybenetics.com/evaluations/psus/2399Read 14 October 2026DUT Information: OEM/ODM Channel Well Technology. Parts description: Manufacturer (OEM) CWT.6Reviewhwbusters.com/psus/corsair-rm850x-atx-v3-1-psu-reviewRead 14 October 2026Technical specifications: OEM Channel Well Technology (CWT).

Channel Well Technology (CWT)5Measurementcybenetics.com/evaluations/psus/2336Read 16 October 2026DUT Information and Parts Description: OEM/ODM CWT, platform GPX. Hardware Busters names the company Channel Well Technology.7Reviewhwbusters.com/psus/msi-mag-a850gl-pcie5-850w-psu-reviewRead 16 October 2026Technical specifications: Manufacturer (OEM) CWT (GPX platform).

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Rated continuous poweriThe continuous DC output the maker rates the unit for, such as 850. Peak or power excursion figures are not stored here.

850W1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/psu/cp-9020270-na/rmx-series-rm850x-fully-modular-power-supply-cp-9020270-naRead 14 October 2026Tech Specs: Continuous Power W 850 Watts.

850W1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/power-supply/us/MAG-A850GL-PCIE5.pdfRead 16 October 2026Specifications: Power Watt 850W. Total power 850W. Power excursion 1700W up to 200% of rated power for 100 microseconds is not stored.

Full power rated up toiThe ambient temperature up to which the maker rates full continuous power, such as 50 °C. A review table that prints 0-50 °C with no maker source is not enough. An operating temperature range that does not say full power is not enough. A maker table with load steps gives the full-load row, such as 40 °C at full load next to 50 °C at 80 percent load. A temperature that a Cybenetics report marks as manufacturer-provided counts as a maker statement.

50°C1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/psu/cp-9020270-na/rmx-series-rm850x-fully-modular-power-supply-cp-9020270-naRead 14 October 2026Overview: 50 C continuous operating temperature. The press release rates the power output at a 50 C ambient temperature.4Press releasecorsair.com/newsroom/press-release/corsair-updates-popular-rmx-series-low-noise-power-supplies-with-atx-3-1-compliance-and-native-atx-12v-2x6-connectorRead 14 October 2026Rated power output at a 50 C ambient temperature.

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12V rail designiHow the maker splits +12V over-current protection. Switchable means the user picks single or multi rail with a switch or in software.

Single rail6Reviewhwbusters.com/psus/corsair-rm850x-atx-v3-1-psu-reviewRead 14 October 2026Technical specifications: 12V combined 850W on 1 12V rail.

Single rail3Press articlegdm.or.jp/pressrelease/2023/0719/498049Read 16 October 2026Release text: +12V single rail design, 70.5A for the 850W model.5Measurementcybenetics.com/evaluations/psus/2336Read 16 October 2026Power Specifications: one +12V column with 70.5A and 846W.7Reviewhwbusters.com/psus/msi-mag-a850gl-pcie5-850w-psu-reviewRead 16 October 2026Technical specifications: Number of 12V rails 1.9Spec databasegeizhals.de/msi-mag-a850gl-pcie5-850w-atx-3-0-a2979848.htmlRead 16 October 2026+12V 70.5A (1 Schiene).

+12V max currentiHighest combined current on +12V from the maker's power table. For a multi-rail unit this is the combined total, not one rail.

70.8A1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/psu/cp-9020270-na/rmx-series-rm850x-fully-modular-power-supply-cp-9020270-naRead 14 October 2026Power table: +12V 70.8A, 849.6W, model RPS0197, part no. 75-005876.2Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/diy-builder/power-supply-units/corsair-rmx-seriesRead 14 October 2026RM850x power table: +12V 70.8A, 849.6W, model RPS0197.

70.5A1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/power-supply/us/MAG-A850GL-PCIE5.pdfRead 16 October 2026DC output table: +12V 70.5A, 846W. The datasheet prints -12V 0.3A and 3.6W next to it.3Press articlegdm.or.jp/pressrelease/2023/0719/498049Read 16 October 2026Release text: 70.5A for the 850W model.

+12V max poweriHighest combined power on +12V from the maker's power table.

849.6W1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/psu/cp-9020270-na/rmx-series-rm850x-fully-modular-power-supply-cp-9020270-naRead 14 October 2026Power table: +12V 70.8A, 849.6W.2Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/diy-builder/power-supply-units/corsair-rmx-seriesRead 14 October 2026RM850x power table: +12V 70.8A, 849.6W.

846W1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/power-supply/us/MAG-A850GL-PCIE5.pdfRead 16 October 2026DC output table: +12V 846W. Total power 850W.

+3.3V and +5V combined poweriThe combined limit for the +3.3V and +5V rails from the maker's power table. A table that prints the same figure under both rails, as be quiet! does, shows one shared limit, so the figure is stored once and not added.

150W1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/psu/cp-9020270-na/rmx-series-rm850x-fully-modular-power-supply-cp-9020270-naRead 14 October 2026Power table: +3.3V 20A and +5V 20A with one 150W cell.2Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/diy-builder/power-supply-units/corsair-rmx-seriesRead 14 October 2026RM850x power table: +3.3V 20A and +5V 20A, 150W.

110W1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/power-supply/us/MAG-A850GL-PCIE5.pdfRead 16 October 2026DC output table: +5V 20A and +3.3V 20A with one 110W figure under both.

+5V standby currentiHighest current on the +5VSB standby rail. It powers USB charging and wake functions while the PC is off.

3A1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/psu/cp-9020270-na/rmx-series-rm850x-fully-modular-power-supply-cp-9020270-naRead 14 October 2026Power table: +5VSB 3A, 15W.2Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/diy-builder/power-supply-units/corsair-rmx-seriesRead 14 October 2026RM850x power table: +5Vsb 3A, 15W.

2.5A1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/power-supply/us/MAG-A850GL-PCIE5.pdfRead 16 October 2026DC output table: +5Vsb 2.5A, 12.5W.

AC input voltageiThe rated AC input range, such as 100 to 240 V.

Lowest100Highest240V1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/psu/cp-9020270-na/rmx-series-rm850x-fully-modular-power-supply-cp-9020270-naRead 14 October 2026Power table: AC input 100-240V, input current 10A-5A, 47-63Hz.2Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/diy-builder/power-supply-units/corsair-rmx-seriesRead 14 October 2026Power table: AC input rating 100V-240V, input current 10A-5A, 47Hz-63Hz.

Lowest100Highest240V1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/power-supply/us/MAG-A850GL-PCIE5.pdfRead 16 October 2026Input Voltage Range 100~240 VAC. AC input 100-240V, 12A, 47-63Hz.

Alternative low power mode (ALPM)iThe maker or a Cybenetics report states support for the ATX alternative low power mode used by Modern Standby.

Yes1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/psu/cp-9020270-na/rmx-series-rm850x-fully-modular-power-supply-cp-9020270-naRead 14 October 2026Tech Specs: Modern Standby Yes. The Cybenetics report ticks ALPM compatible.5Measurementcybenetics.com/evaluations/psus/2399Read 14 October 2026Temperature and Compliance Info: ALPM (Alternative Low Power Mode) compatible, checked.

Yes5Measurementcybenetics.com/evaluations/psus/2336Read 16 October 2026Temperature and Compliance Info: ALPM (Alternative Low Power Mode) compatible, checked.

Certifications

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80 PLUS ratingiThe 80 PLUS level. When the 80 PLUS listing or certificate and the maker claim differ, store the listing level and put the claim and test voltage in the source note. When a model has several 80 PLUS entries, such as a newer test at a higher level, use the newest entry that matches the current maker documents.

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80 PLUS Gold6Certification listclearesult.com/80plus/sites/80plus/files/manufacturer-certificate/Micro-Star%20International%20Co.%2C%20Ltd._MAG%20A850GL%20PCIE5_850W_SOCE%205832.7_Report.pdfRead 16 October 202680 PLUS ID 5832.7, model MAG A850GL PCIE5, type ATX12V, rated 850 W, input 100-240 V 12 A, no serial number printed: Gold at 115V, average efficiency 90.06% and 91.22% at 50% load. The list dates the entry 2019-12-20, long before the 2023 launch, so the certificate was most likely renamed from an older MAG A850GL. It agrees with the maker's Gold claim.

Cybenetics efficiency at 115ViThe Cybenetics ETA level from the 115V test. The Cybenetics report wins over the maker's claim.

Cybenetics Gold5Measurementcybenetics.com/evaluations/psus/2399Read 14 October 2026Report 24PS2399A, certification ID 252399, issued Apr 1, 2024. The ETA badge shows Gold at 115V. The model name is RM850x (ATX v3.1). Corsair also says Cybenetics Gold without a voltage.

Cybenetics Platinum5Measurementcybenetics.com/evaluations/psus/2336Read 16 October 2026Report 24PS2336A, certification ID 252336, issued Jan 26, 2024, model MAG A850GL PCIE5. The ETA badge shows Platinum at 115V. The report predates the 2025 ATX 3.1 relabel. No serial number is printed. Received Jan 8, 2024, tested Jan 25, 2024. The 80 PLUS entry and MSI say Gold.

Cybenetics efficiency at 230ViThe Cybenetics ETA level from the 230V test. The 230V thresholds are higher, so the level can differ from the 115V level. The Cybenetics report wins over the maker's claim.

Cybenetics Gold5Measurementcybenetics.com/evaluations/psus/2399Read 14 October 2026The ETA badge shows Gold at 230V.

Cybenetics Platinum5Measurementcybenetics.com/evaluations/psus/2336Read 16 October 2026The ETA badge shows Platinum at 230V.

Cybenetics noise at 115ViThe Cybenetics LAMBDA level from the 115V test. A++ is the quietest. The Cybenetics report wins over the maker's claim.

A1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/psu/cp-9020270-na/rmx-series-rm850x-fully-modular-power-supply-cp-9020270-naRead 14 October 2026Tech Specs: Cybenetics Noise A, with no input voltage. The Cybenetics report shows A at both voltages. The launch press release says A+, which the report does not show.5Measurementcybenetics.com/evaluations/psus/2399Read 14 October 2026The LAMBDA badge shows A at 115V.

Standard+5Measurementcybenetics.com/evaluations/psus/2336Read 16 October 2026The LAMBDA badge shows Standard+ at 115V.

Cybenetics noise at 230ViThe Cybenetics LAMBDA level from the 230V test. The Cybenetics report wins over the maker's claim.

A1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/psu/cp-9020270-na/rmx-series-rm850x-fully-modular-power-supply-cp-9020270-naRead 14 October 2026Tech Specs: Cybenetics Noise A, with no input voltage. The Cybenetics report shows A at both voltages.5Measurementcybenetics.com/evaluations/psus/2399Read 14 October 2026The LAMBDA badge shows A at 230V.

Standard+5Measurementcybenetics.com/evaluations/psus/2336Read 16 October 2026The LAMBDA badge shows Standard+ at 230V.

Measured

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Average efficiency at 115V (measured)iAverage efficiency over the whole load range at 115V input, from more than 1450 load combinations in the Cybenetics method. It is not the peak efficiency or the efficiency at 50% load.

88.815%5Measurementcybenetics.com/evaluations/psus/2399Read 14 October 2026Average over more than 1450 load combinations at 115V. Tested Mar 29, 2024 on sample serial A6GGA404K007EE, received Mar 14, 2024. Ambient 28-32 C. DUT note: CP-9020270 (Semi-Passive Off).

89.044%5Measurementcybenetics.com/evaluations/psus/2336Read 16 October 2026Average over more than 1450 load combinations at 115V. Ambient 28-32 C.

Average efficiency at 230V (measured)iThe same average efficiency at 230V input.

90.944%5Measurementcybenetics.com/evaluations/psus/2399Read 14 October 2026Average over more than 1450 load combinations at 230V.

91.304%5Measurementcybenetics.com/evaluations/psus/2336Read 16 October 2026Average over more than 1450 load combinations at 230V.

Light-load efficiency at 115V (measured)iEfficiency at a 10 W load for units up to 500 W, or at a 2% load for larger units, at 115V input. This is the ATX light-load test.

75.825%5Measurementcybenetics.com/evaluations/psus/2399Read 14 October 2026Efficiency at 2% load (more than 500 W unit) at 115V.

68.015%5Measurementcybenetics.com/evaluations/psus/2336Read 16 October 2026Efficiency at 2% load (more than 500 W unit) at 115V. At 230V it is 67.867%.

Average power factor at 115V (measured)iAverage power factor over the whole load range at 115V input. 1 is the best possible value.

0.995Measurementcybenetics.com/evaluations/psus/2399Read 14 October 2026Average over more than 1450 load combinations at 115V.

0.9825Measurementcybenetics.com/evaluations/psus/2336Read 16 October 2026Average over more than 1450 load combinations at 115V. At 230V it is 0.941.

Average noise at 115V (measured)iAverage noise over the whole load range at 115V input in the Cybenetics method, at about 30 °C ambient. It is not the noise at full load.

21.34dB(A)5Measurementcybenetics.com/evaluations/psus/2399Read 14 October 2026Average over more than 1450 load combinations at 115V. Ambient 28-32 C. Bruel and Kjaer 2270 G4 sound analyzer. The DUT note says semi-passive off, but the typical load table shows the fan at 0 rpm from 10% to 50% load, so the report does not make clear whether the fan ran in every part of the average. The 230V average is 21.37 dBA.

38.49dB(A)5Measurementcybenetics.com/evaluations/psus/2336Read 16 October 2026Average over more than 1450 load combinations at 115V. Ambient 28-32 C. Bruel and Kjaer 2270 G4 sound analyzer. The 230V average is 38.02 dBA.

Noise at full load at 115V (measured)iNoise at 100% load at 115V input in the Cybenetics typical load tests. That row often runs at about 45 °C intake. The intake temperature and the fan speed go in the source note. Lower is better.

30.8dB(A)5Measurementcybenetics.com/evaluations/psus/2399Read 14 October 2026Typical load tests at 115V, 100% load row: 30.8 dB(A) at 986 rpm fan speed, ambient about 30 C. At 230V it is also 30.8 dB(A) at 986 rpm.

48.2dB(A)5Measurementcybenetics.com/evaluations/psus/2336Read 16 October 2026Typical load tests at 115V, 100% load row: 48.2 dB(A) at 2384 rpm fan speed, intake 45.91 C. Not used for certification.

Standby power with no load at 115V (measured)iPower the unit draws from the wall with the PC off and nothing drawn from +5VSB, at 115V input.

0.0179W5Measurementcybenetics.com/evaluations/psus/2399Read 14 October 2026Standby power consumption at 115V with no load on +5VSB.

0.0549W5Measurementcybenetics.com/evaluations/psus/2336Read 16 October 2026Standby power consumption at 115V with no load on +5VSB: 0.0549 W. At 230V it is 0.1190 W.

Hold-up time (measured)iHow long the outputs stay in regulation after AC power is lost, at maximum continuous load, as printed in the Cybenetics report. The report names no input voltage. The AC loss to PWR_OK time goes in the source note. Higher is better.

25ms5Measurementcybenetics.com/evaluations/psus/2399Read 14 October 2026Hold-Up Time and PWR_OK Signal: hold-up time 25.00 ms, AC loss to PWR_OK 21.30 ms, PWR_OK inactive to DC loss 3.70 ms, at maximum continuous load. The report names no input voltage.

17.2ms5Measurementcybenetics.com/evaluations/psus/2336Read 16 October 2026Hold-Up Time and PWR_OK Signal: hold-up time 17.2 ms, AC loss to PWR_OK 16.0 ms, PWR_OK inactive to DC loss 1.2 ms, at maximum continuous load. The report names no input voltage.

12V ripple at full load (measured)iPeak-to-peak ripple on the +12V rail at full load and 115V input. Lower is better.

24.2mV5Measurementcybenetics.com/evaluations/psus/2399Read 14 October 2026Non-accredited measurement. 12V ripple at full load at 115V. At 230V it is 25.82 mV.

30.17mV5Measurementcybenetics.com/evaluations/psus/2336Read 16 October 2026Non-accredited measurement. 12V ripple at full load at 115V. At 230V it is 27.21 mV.

12V load regulation (measured)iHow far the +12V voltage moves between light and full load at 115V input. Lower is better.

0.63%5Measurementcybenetics.com/evaluations/psus/2399Read 14 October 2026Non-accredited measurement. 12V load regulation at 115V. At 230V it is 0.64%.

0.54%5Measurementcybenetics.com/evaluations/psus/2336Read 16 October 2026Non-accredited measurement. 12V load regulation at 115V. At 230V it is 0.55%.

Cables and connectors

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CablesiOne row per kind of cable that runs from the PSU to a device. Connector is the plug at the device end. Count is the number of those plugs over all cables in the row. Length runs from the PSU end to the first plug. Adapters that plug into other cables are left out. Use 16-pin PCIe when the maker names a 16-pin GPU cable without saying 12V-2x6 or 12VHPWR. A cable from a 12V-2x6 socket on the PSU to 8-pin plugs is a cable, not an adapter, and counts as PCIe 8-pin. When the maker's documents name one GPU cable both 12VHPWR and 12V-2x6, use 16-pin PCIe and name both in the source note. Cables of one connector kind with different lengths or wire gauges get one row each.

ACORSAIR RM850x (2024)

Connector	Connectors	Cables	Length to first plug (mm)	Wire gauge	Rated power (W)
ATX 24-pin (20+4)	1	1	610	16-20AWG	Not available
CPU 8-pin (EPS, 4+4)	2	2	750	18AWG	Not available
PCIe 8-pin (6+2)	3	3	650	16-18AWG	Not available
12V-2x6	1	1	650	Not available	600
SATA power	8	2	505	18AWG	Not available
4-pin Molex	3	1	550	18AWG	Not available

Source1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/psu/cp-9020270-na/rmx-series-rm850x-fully-modular-power-supply-cp-9020270-naRead 14 October 2026Cable listing: 1 ATX 24-pin 610 mm, 2 EPS 8-pin (4+4) 750 mm, 1 PCIe 12V-2x6 (12+4) 650 mm, 3 PCIe 8-pin (6+2) 650 mm, 2 SATA cables with 4 plugs each (505 mm to the first plug, 115 mm spacing, 850 mm total), 1 PATA cable with 3 plugs (550 mm to the first plug, 100 mm spacing, 750 mm total). All lengths have a tolerance of 10 mm, the PATA cable 25 mm. PATA plugs are the 4-pin Molex plugs. The page does not rate the 12V-2x6 cable. The Cybenetics report and Hardware Busters list it at 600 W. Gauges come from the Cybenetics report. The 16-24AWG range for the 12V-2x6 cable includes the thin sideband wires, so no gauge is stored for it. Cybenetics lists the SATA cable at 500 mm, which is not stored.2Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/diy-builder/power-supply-units/corsair-rmx-seriesRead 14 October 2026Included cables: 1x ATX 24-pin 610 mm, 2x EPS 8-pin (4+4) 750 mm, 1x PCIe 12V-2x6 (12+4) 650 mm, 3x PCIe 8-pin (6+2) 650 mm, 2x SATA with 4 plugs 850 mm, 1x PATA with 3 plugs 750 mm.5Measurementcybenetics.com/evaluations/psus/2399Read 14 October 2026Cables and Connectors table: ATX 16-20AWG, EPS 18AWG, 6+2 pin PCIe 16-18AWG, 12+2 pin PCIe (600W) 16-24AWG, SATA 18AWG and Molex 18AWG, no in-cable capacitors. The 12V-2x6 cable is listed at 650 mm.

BMSI MAG A850GL PCIE5

Connector	Connectors	Cables	Length to first plug (mm)	Wire gauge	Rated power (W)
ATX 24-pin (20+4)	1	1	600	18AWG	Not available
CPU 8-pin (EPS, 4+4)	2	2	750	18AWG	Not available
PCIe 8-pin (6+2)	4	2	600	18AWG	Not available
16-pin PCIe (revision not stated)	1	1	600	Not available	600
SATA power	8	2	500	18AWG	Not available
4-pin Molex	4	1	500	18-20AWG	Not available
4-pin floppy	1	1	500	18-20AWG	Not available

Source1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/power-supply/us/MAG-A850GL-PCIE5.pdfRead 16 October 2026Connector table: ATX 24 pin 1, EPS 4+4 pin 2, PCI-E 5.0 16 pin 1 (600W), PCI-E 6+2 pin 4, SATA 8, Molex 4, FDD 1. The datasheet gives no cable counts, lengths or wire gauges. Those come from the Cybenetics cable table. The datasheet and Geizhals rate the 16-pin cable 600W. Cybenetics and Hardware Busters say the connector is set to 450W by its sense pins. The 600W maker figure is stored.5Measurementcybenetics.com/evaluations/psus/2336Read 16 October 2026Cables and Connectors table: ATX 20+4 pin 600 mm 18AWG, 2 x 4+4 pin EPS 750 mm 18AWG, two 6+2 pin PCIe cables 600 mm + 150 mm (4 plugs) 18AWG, 12+4 pin PCIe 600 mm (450W) 16-26AWG, two SATA cables 500 + 150 + 150 + 150 mm (8 plugs) 18AWG, one cable with 4 Molex and 1 FDD 500 + 150 + 150 + 150 mm (+150 mm) 18-20AWG. The 16-26AWG range of the 12+4 pin cable includes the thin sideband wires and no source gives the power wire gauge, so no gauge is stored. Lengths are the lengths to the first plug.7Reviewhwbusters.com/psus/msi-mag-a850gl-pcie5-850w-psu-reviewRead 16 October 2026Cable table matches the Cybenetics report. The review calls the connector a plain 12VHPWR socket although the label says 12V-2x6, and says the connector is set to 450W.

CPU (EPS) connectorsi8-pin or 4+4-pin CPU power plugs.

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PCIe 8-pin connectorsi8-pin or 6+2-pin GPU power plugs. Counts the plugs in the box. Some cables share one PSU socket, which the source note says.

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16-pin GPU connectorsiNative 16-pin GPU power plugs: 12V-2x6, 12VHPWR and 16-pin cables of unstated revision. Adapters are not counted. Counts the plugs in the box. Some cables share one PSU socket, which the source note says.

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Cable styleiHow the modular cables are made. Mixed means some cables are sleeved and others flat, such as a sleeved 24-pin cable with flat other cables. From the maker page or a review photo page.

Embossed or debossed flat1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/psu/cp-9020270-na/rmx-series-rm850x-fully-modular-power-supply-cp-9020270-naRead 14 October 2026Cable listing: Cable Type Embossed for every cable. The Tech Specs row says Type 4.4Press releasecorsair.com/newsroom/press-release/corsair-updates-popular-rmx-series-low-noise-power-supplies-with-atx-3-1-compliance-and-native-atx-12v-2x6-connectorRead 14 October 2026Fully modular, embossed, ultra-flexible cables.6Reviewhwbusters.com/psus/corsair-rm850x-atx-v3-1-psu-reviewRead 14 October 2026Cables page: all cables are embossed.

Flat1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/power-supply/us/MAG-A850GL-PCIE5.pdfRead 16 October 2026Feature list: Full modular design, Flat cables.

Fan

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Fan sizeiFrame size of the cooling fan, such as 120, 135 or 140.

140mm1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/psu/cp-9020270-na/rmx-series-rm850x-fully-modular-power-supply-cp-9020270-naRead 14 October 2026Overview: 140mm low-noise fan.4Press releasecorsair.com/newsroom/press-release/corsair-updates-popular-rmx-series-low-noise-power-supplies-with-atx-3-1-compliance-and-native-atx-12v-2x6-connectorRead 14 October 2026140mm fan.5Measurementcybenetics.com/evaluations/psus/2399Read 14 October 2026Cooling: 140mm Fluid Dynamic Bearing Fan (NR140HP), 12V, 0.33A.

120mm1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/power-supply/us/MAG-A850GL-PCIE5.pdfRead 16 October 2026Specifications: Fan Size 120 mm. Cybenetics names the fan DF1202512FDHN.3Press articlegdm.or.jp/pressrelease/2023/0719/498049Read 16 October 2026Release text: 120mm FDB fan.5Measurementcybenetics.com/evaluations/psus/2336Read 16 October 2026Cooling: 120mm Fluid Dynamic Bearing Fan (DF1202512FDHN).

Fan bearingiUse the maker's bearing name. FDB and S-FDB are fluid dynamic. HDB is hydrodynamic. Noctua SSO and SSO2 are SSO. Corsair Magnetic Dome is magnetic dome. A brand bearing name that fits no option is Other.

Fluid dynamic (FDB)1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/psu/cp-9020270-na/rmx-series-rm850x-fully-modular-power-supply-cp-9020270-naRead 14 October 2026Overview: a fluid dynamic bearing fan with magnetic dome structure. The Cybenetics report lists a Fluid Dynamic Bearing fan. The bearing is stored as fluid dynamic, since the maker names the dome as a structure of the fan and not as the bearing.4Press releasecorsair.com/newsroom/press-release/corsair-updates-popular-rmx-series-low-noise-power-supplies-with-atx-3-1-compliance-and-native-atx-12v-2x6-connectorRead 14 October 2026140mm fluid-dynamic bearing (FDB) fan.5Measurementcybenetics.com/evaluations/psus/2399Read 14 October 2026Cooling: Fluid Dynamic Bearing fan.

Fluid dynamic (FDB)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/power-supply/us/MAG-A850GL-PCIE5.pdfRead 16 October 2026Specifications: Fan Bearing Fluid Dynamic Bearing. The Bearing Type row prints Hydro-Dynamic Bearing. The feature list says 120mm Fluid Dynamic Bearing Fan. The rated speed is 500 - 1800 +-15% RPM.3Press articlegdm.or.jp/pressrelease/2023/0719/498049Read 16 October 2026Release text: 120mm FDB fan.5Measurementcybenetics.com/evaluations/psus/2336Read 16 October 2026Cooling: 120mm Fluid Dynamic Bearing Fan (DF1202512FDHN).

Fan modeiSemi-passive means the fan stops at low load, often sold as zero RPM, hybrid or 0 dB mode. Fanless means the unit has no fan.

Semi-passive1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/psu/cp-9020270-na/rmx-series-rm850x-fully-modular-power-supply-cp-9020270-naRead 14 October 2026Tech Specs: Zero RPM Mode Yes. The fan is off at low to medium loads.5Measurementcybenetics.com/evaluations/psus/2399Read 14 October 2026Semi-Passive Operation checked and selectable.

Always on5Measurementcybenetics.com/evaluations/psus/2336Read 16 October 2026Semi-Passive Operation is marked absent. The typical load tests show the fan at 1145 rpm at 10% load.7Reviewhwbusters.com/psus/msi-mag-a850gl-pcie5-850w-psu-reviewRead 16 October 2026Technical specifications: Semi-Passive Operation not supported.

Fan mode switchiA button, switch or software setting lets the user turn the semi-passive mode off so the fan always spins. A unit without a semi-passive mode, whose fan the maker says always spins, has no switch, so it is false.

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No5Measurementcybenetics.com/evaluations/psus/2336Read 16 October 2026The unit has no semi-passive mode, so it has no switch for it.7Reviewhwbusters.com/psus/msi-mag-a850gl-pcie5-850w-psu-reviewRead 16 October 2026Semi-passive operation is marked absent in the specification list.

Protection and parts

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ProtectionsiProtections the maker lists, or a retailer spec table copies from the maker, plus protections the Cybenetics protection tests show working (UVP, NLO, SIP). The Cybenetics manufacturer list has no OVP or UVP row, so do not build the list from it alone. A protection that is not listed may still exist. No-load covers no-load operation and no-load protection. Fan failure is a maker's fan failure protection or fan safeguard, also when the Cybenetics manufacturer block lists it.

Over-current (OCP), Over-voltage (OVP), Under-voltage (UVP), Over-power (OPP), Over-temperature (OTP), Short-circuit (SCP), No-load (NLO), Surge and inrush (SIP)2Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/diy-builder/power-supply-units/corsair-rmx-seriesRead 14 October 2026Protections section: OVP and UVP on 12V, 5V and 3.3V, OCP on 3.3V, 5V and 12V, OTP, SCP and OPP. The six maker protections are stored together with NLO and SIP from the Cybenetics tests.6Reviewhwbusters.com/psus/corsair-rm850x-atx-v3-1-psu-reviewRead 14 October 2026Protection Features page, which presents the Cybenetics protection tests: OCP, OPP, OTP, SCP, NLO, fan failure protection and SIP (surge MOV, inrush NTC thermistor and bypass relay) all shown. The page has no OVP or UVP row.

Over-current (OCP), Over-voltage (OVP), Under-voltage (UVP), Over-power (OPP), Over-temperature (OTP), Short-circuit (SCP), No-load (NLO), Surge and inrush (SIP)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/power-supply/us/MAG-A850GL-PCIE5.pdfRead 16 October 2026Specifications and feature list: OCP / OVP / OPP / OTP / SCP / UVP. NLO and SIP come from the Hardware Busters protection tests.7Reviewhwbusters.com/psus/msi-mag-a850gl-pcie5-850w-psu-reviewRead 16 October 2026Protection Features page: NLO passes, SIP is MOV for surge and an NTC thermistor with bypass relay for inrush, fan failure protection is absent, OTP and SCP pass. The Cybenetics report has no protection test section for this unit. The review says its 12V and OPP settings are correct, and 3.3V OCP triggers too high.

All-Japanese capacitorsiThe maker states that every electrolytic capacitor is from a Japanese maker. A Japanese bulk capacitor alone is not enough. A spec row such as "Japanese capacitors" that names no exception counts.

Yes1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/psu/cp-9020270-na/rmx-series-rm850x-fully-modular-power-supply-cp-9020270-naRead 14 October 2026Overview: 100% industrial-grade, 105 C rated Japanese electrolytic capacitors.4Press releasecorsair.com/newsroom/press-release/corsair-updates-popular-rmx-series-low-noise-power-supplies-with-atx-3-1-compliance-and-native-atx-12v-2x6-connectorRead 14 October 2026100% Japanese electrolytic capacitors.

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MTBF (claimed)iThe maker's mean time between failures, such as 100000. An MTTF figure for the whole unit counts too. An MTTF for the fan alone does not. The test temperature goes in the source note.

100,000h1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/psu/cp-9020270-na/rmx-series-rm850x-fully-modular-power-supply-cp-9020270-naRead 14 October 2026Tech Specs: MTBF Hours 100,000 hours. The test temperature is not stated.

150,000h1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/power-supply/us/MAG-A850GL-PCIE5.pdfRead 16 October 2026Specifications: Life Expectancy MTTF 150,000 Hours (25 C). The figure is for the unit, so it is stored as MTBF.

Monitoring and lighting

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Software monitoringiThe unit reports power, temperature or fan data to PC software over a USB or internal connection.

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SoftwareiThe maker's software for monitoring or control.

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Built-in power displayiA screen on the unit that shows live power draw or other readings.

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RGB lighting

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No8Retailer pagestore.fluidone.com/msi-mag-a850gl-pcie5-power-supply-unit-850-w-20-4-pin-atx-atx-black-mag-a850gl-pcie5Read 16 October 2026Spec sheet: Illumination No.

Dimensions and weight

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DimensionsiBody without cables. Width and height are the back face with the AC inlet. Depth is the length into the case, which decides case fit.

Width150Height86Depth160mm(5.9 × 3.4 × 6.3 in)1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/psu/cp-9020270-na/rmx-series-rm850x-fully-modular-power-supply-cp-9020270-naRead 14 October 2026Tech Specs: 160x150x86 with no unit. The manual gives length 160 mm, width 150 mm and height 86 mm. Depth is 160 mm.2Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/diy-builder/power-supply-units/corsair-rmx-seriesRead 14 October 2026RM850x specifications: length 160 mm, width 150 mm, height 86 mm.

Width150Height86Depth140mm(5.9 × 3.4 × 5.5 in)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/power-supply/us/MAG-A850GL-PCIE5.pdfRead 16 October 2026Specifications: Dimensions (DxWxH) 140 x 150 x 86 mm. Depth 140, width 150, height 86. Hardware Busters prints 150 x 85 x 140 mm for W x H x D. The table also prints 120 x 120 x 25.6 mm and a card weight of 169 g, which are fan-card template rows and are not stored.3Press articlegdm.or.jp/pressrelease/2023/0719/498049Read 16 October 2026Release text: width 150 mm, depth 140 mm, height 86 mm.

WeightiWeight of the unit alone. Use the Hardware Busters figure on hwbusters.com when the maker states none, not a copy on another site. Maker weights that include cables or the box, such as Corsair's, and retailer packed weights are not stored. A net weight counts unless the maker says it includes the cables.

1.79kg(3.9 lb)6Reviewhwbusters.com/psus/corsair-rm850x-atx-v3-1-psu-reviewRead 14 October 2026Technical specifications: 1.79 kg (3.95 lb). Corsair's 3 kg figure is not stored, since it is most likely a packed weight.7Reviewigorslab.de/en/corsair-rm850x-atx-v3-1-power-supply-2024-testRead 14 October 2026Igor's Lab copy of the Hardware Busters review, published November 6, 2024. It lists 1.79 kg and 150 x 85 x 160 mm. The maker's 86 mm height is stored.

1.45kg(3.2 lb)7Reviewhwbusters.com/psus/msi-mag-a850gl-pcie5-850w-psu-reviewRead 16 October 2026Technical specifications: 1.45 kg (3.2 lb). The review does not say whether cables are included. MSI does not publish a weight. Review published November 7, 2023.

In the box

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In the boxiItems supplied with this exact model, verbatim. The AC power cord differs per region.

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Links

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Product page

www.corsair.com/us/en/p/psu/cp-9020270-na/rmx-series-rm850x-fully-modular-power-supply-cp-9020270-na1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/psu/cp-9020270-na/rmx-series-rm850x-fully-modular-power-supply-cp-9020270-naRead 14 October 2026

de-store.msi.com/products/mag-a850gl-pcie54Maker product pagede-store.msi.com/products/mag-a850gl-pcie5Read 16 October 2026MSI e-shop Germany. msi.com and us-store.msi.com refused automated access.

Spec sheet

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storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/power-supply/us/MAG-A850GL-PCIE5.pdf1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/power-supply/us/MAG-A850GL-PCIE5.pdfRead 16 October 2026MSI US datasheet for MAG A850GL PCIE5, generated 2025-12-03. MSI publishes regional copies at storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/power-supply/<region>/MAG-A850GL-PCIE5.pdf.

Manual

www.corsair.com/us/en/explorer/diy-builder/power-supply-units/corsair-rmx-series2Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/diy-builder/power-supply-units/corsair-rmx-seriesRead 14 October 2026

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EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

10years1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/psu/cp-9020270-na/rmx-series-rm850x-fully-modular-power-supply-cp-9020270-naRead 14 October 2026Tech Specs: Warranty 10 Year. The page is corsair.com US, so the market is US.

7years2Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/power-supply/jp/MAG-A850GL-PCIE5.pdfRead 16 October 2026Japanese feature list, generated 2025-02-03: 7-year long product warranty. The sheet is for the JP market. The German e-shop and the Japanese launch release also say 7 years. Hardware Busters says five years.3Press articlegdm.or.jp/pressrelease/2023/0719/498049Read 16 October 2026Release text: product warranty 7 years. The market is Japan.4Maker product pagede-store.msi.com/products/mag-a850gl-pcie5Read 16 October 2026Page shows 7 Jahre Garantie. The page is the German shop, so the market is Germany. The page text still says ATX 3.0 compatible and native PCIe 5.0.

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