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"To be completely realistic, this in my mind is pretty well as close to a perfect power supply as you can get. It looks great, the build quality is absolutely immaculate and the aesthetics are surprisingly good for "just a power supply". When you also kick in the fact that it has three adjustable voltage nails and rock steady power production and you have a no brainer for your next power supply purchase. From box opening to final testing this power supply has been nothing less than a pure pleasure to deal with."

"OCZ continues to set the bar for enthusiast power supplies. The Powerstream 600 delivered the best performance of any power supply that I've tested, regardless of price or rated wattage, and its still the only PSU in town with adjustable rails and easy to read under/over voltage indicators. The power swilling will only increase with tomorrow's dual core CPUs and video cards, and getting a Powerstream 600 will give you the juice to handle them. Very highly recommended."

"OCZ continues to set the bar for enthusiast power supplies. If you?re putting together a 7800GTX SLI rig (or an R520 Crossfire rig, when they actually get to market) this is the power supply you want. End of story. Very highly recommended."

"OCZ has gone the extra mile to design a very powerful unit with the options the extreme users are looking for like adjustable rails and shielded cables. Some would say $199 is way too much for a PSU but with todays hardware gobbling up power one can't be too frivilous besides with 3 Yr warranty it should last a while. I give the OCZ Powerstream a 10 out of 10."

"So back to the original question: Can a power supply be almost completely inaudible, yet provide the cleanest and most reliable voltages we've seen to date? And can it do all of this while maintaining the bling factor that enthusiasts want in a PSU? The answer is simply Yes. In addition, anyone who has followed the OCZ Powerstream series can attest that the Powerstream has matured quite well since its introduction. This shows that OCZ listens to the input of their customers and reviewers...Pros: Insanely stable rails. Mirror finished casing. Dedicated power leads for graphics card. Voltage adjustment dials. Cable sleeving or tubing on the vast majority of leads. That true "hear a pin drop" silence."

"The OCZ PowerStream is a very good looking power supply with a few extra features that set it apart from the crowd. With a small screwdriver any computer enthusiast with a multimeter can tweak this power supply to give the exact voltages needed. This power supply is also good for many different computer systems including ATX 12V version 2.0, BTX, EPS12V and ATX12V version 2.01."

"Coming with a host of features to improve your power quality and reliability, having easy to adjust connectors and being able to fit into any modern case with minimum hastle, the PowerStream is an amazing PSU. I was barely able to stress it and should you fill your case up with as much RAM as it can hold, a ton of hard drives, and dual SLI 6800Ultras, you would still be able to up the voltages from the back of the case. Simply put OCZ have spent a lot of time listening to the needs and wants of the overclocking and power user community, this PSU is the result of a lot of research and knowlege and it shows."

"I am extremely impressed with the PowerStream from OCZ, so much so in fact I am currently using it in one of our production machines. I can?t find a single fault with the OCZ PowerStream it preformed exemplary in all of our tests I rate this product a 10/10 and award it the AtGamers.net Golden gear award."

"Extreme power and stability is what I can say about this product. It's a tiny bit louder than the Modstream but the noise is so minimal and the possbiilities that this power supply offers you just covers anything bad about this product. Overall this I feel is a high quality product that comes in a great box and manuals in three languages. This really shows that OCZ are prepared to take over the world market and really care about their customers. I have tested this power supply for quite a while now and I have not had any lockups, reboots etc with the testing rig and the noise is not bad at all. The testing says it all already and we give this product 5 out of 5 and our Editors choice award for the best power supply we have seen and tested thus far in time."

The OCZ Technology PowerStream PSU proved to be one of the best power supplies that we have seen in some time. The PowerStream 520 should be on the short list for enthusiasts looking for a PSU they don't have to worry about.

"It's sleek, it's pretty, and it has all the features that the average PC upgrader or the super-serious PC enthusiast would want. The OCZ Powerstream power supply unit is a very nice and powerful product that definitely impressed us here at NextGen Electronics. It's performance was very impressive as we hooked up a P4 motherboard, 2 DVD burners, 2 Ultra320 SCSI hard drives, 1 regular ATA hard drive, and a video card to it, and it hummed along nicely. The unit was very quiet and efficient, so those of you concerned with sound should be quite happy with the unit."

"When it comes to power supplies, many folks skimp out and go for the cheapest - well you do get what you pay for. OCZ's PowerStream PSU has set the standard for stability, looks and overall load-bearing ability that makes it the best PSU we looked at in 2004."

"In addition to being great performers, the PowerStreams are loaded with connectors, including 24- and 8-pin connectors for LGA775 and workstation motherboards. The PSUs also offer specially shielded cables for video cards and hard drives, and all other power leads are carefully sheathed and wound to combat tangling. Throw in a slick mirrored finish and an industry-leading five-year warranty, and the PowerStream looks pretty appealing."

"The quality of this unit is as good as I have ever seen in a power supply. I personally like the platinum finish. The LED lights on each rail are handy as well. The fan, though not the quietest I have heard on a power supply, is certainly within reason, and is barely audible above the 6800GT in my case. All in all, I would say that this is one of the best power supplies on the market today, and would not hesitate to recommend it to anyone. I found no negatives on this product at all, and because of that, this power supply is certainly worthy of our BleedinEdge Platinum Blade Award!"

PowerStream 600 - "This is probably the highest quality PSU ive ever tested and the power output is seemingly endless - it can handle peaks of 700w+ which will sate even the most demanding of enthusiasts. Testing the Driverheaven watercooled P4 extreme edition and FX55 test rigs overclocked to the hilt with an X800Xt and 6800 ultra and loaded down with four gigabytes of high performing ram, five or six hard drives in raid 0 this power supply just walked through the test results barely shifting from reference rail figures. If you are in the market for a futureproof, insanely powerful and reliable power supply which looks beautiful in any case modders rig then look no further, OCZ have just pushed the performance boundaries again."

"I couldn't believe what I was seeing! OCZ must have some kind of voltage control inside this PSU that changes the rails under heavy loads. I even checked my software voltmeter readings and they were all on par with my multimeter readings. I am sold on this power supply. It is an overclockers dream come true...it looks to me like OCZ has crushed the competition. This power supply means business and then some. I would recommend this power supply to anyone with a highly modded, overclocked and tweaked system. There is nothing else like it out there."

"I would highly recommend the OCZ PC-3700 Platinum DDR memory to anyone seeking above and beyond what the product advertises. This enhanced latency memory is specified to run at DDR 466MHz. Does it really reach latencies as low as CL 2-3-3-8? The answer is an emphatic yes. As seen by my benchmarks I was able to run the modules in dual channel with PAT enabled o­n a Canterwood motherboard, at nearly DDR500 (DDR498) speeds with 2-3-3-8 timings. As I relaxed the timings, I was able to run the modules at and slightly above DDR560 speeds which is incredible performance...For anyone looking for high speed low latency memory for either a Pentium IV or an AthlonXP/Athlon64 platform, these modules will scream speed and produce spectacular results for you."

"The OCZ PowerStream has hit the mark, and then some. Not only is this power supply of the highest quality, it is quiet and sexy. OCZ has hit a homer with the PowerStream line...In a PC world where clean and high power is becoming more and more of an issue as we continue to push the performance envelope, the OCZ PowerStream meets the challenge head on."

"This must be the most brutal power supply I?ve had on the test bench...If you want to overclock to the absolutely limits, or you just want a virtually invincible power supply you don?t have to look further, just get an OCZ-520ADJ."

"Without a doubt the OCZ PowerStream owned the competition...I am confident that the OCZ PowerStream will be able to deliver more than an ample amount of power to keep everything running smoothly within a system. The OCZ PowerStream has found a permanent home in my PC and anyone shopping for a new Power Supply should definitely consider this amazing piece of hardware for their own."

"OCZ has done it again. The PowerStream is definitely the power supply of choice for overclockers. It allows for easy access to potentiometers, has ample amps per rail, comes with a nice mirror finish, and has a low price tag. Most of the time, enthusiasts looking for steady power will be forced to buy expensive high wattage power supplies. OCZ has taken away the price tag and added a lot of extra features that definitely make the PowerStream stand out...There are no more voided warranties. Speaking of warranties, OCZ provides a 5 year warranty. I don't see any other company providing that kind of warranty. The longest I've seen is 3 years. With all the goodies of this power supply, how can you not go out and get one yourself? The PowerStream provides the power and stability of a PC Power and Cooling without the extremely high price tag."

"Despite being OCZ?s first ever power supply, the PowerStream simply obliterates the competition from the biggest names in power supplies. The Antec NeoPower 480 and Enermax Noisetaker 470 don?t offer any sort of voltage adjustment, have weaker +12V rails, don?t have the gorgeous finish, and cost more than the OCZ. Long the overclocker?s choice for memory, OCZ is now the overclocker?s choice for power supplies as well. Very highly recommended."

"OCZ is one of the world?s best memory manufacturers for overclockers and their impressive Power Stream PSU is something to complement that...In all this PSU was way beyond what we expected and receives a rating of 9.5 out of 10 TweakTown?s ?MUST HAVE? Editors Choice Award"

"If you are looking for an all rounder power supply that assures future upgradbility and ensures the return of investment, we strongly suggest that you put OCZ's PowerStream power supply unit at the top of your list."

"OCZ's PowerStream OCZ-420ADJ performed flawlessly. I have no complaints about the performance or aesthetics. In my opinion OCZ has delivered as near a perfect power supply as I have ever tested. There was little to no flex in the rails, and with their adjustability I no longer have to worry about sagging voltages. OCZ has delivered the total package. With great performance, reasonable price and an overall pleasant look the PowerStream has just taken the crown for best power supply!"

"The OCZ Powerstream 470 gets the nod for excellent looks, inclusion of all possible connector styles and solid engineering. If you are building a no-compromise gaming rig or mid-range server box, I recommend that you consider this unit. Although not designed for maximum "Bling", it has an elegant, classy look to it that just screams competency and instills confidence."

"While most people never see the snowing or the waterwave effects, the other benefits of the product help it out immensely. Although the higher overclock only translates into a couple extra fps in Doom3, the peace of mind gained that your hardware is somewhat protected from the fluctuations prone in the current coming into your system. For the price you pay (currently around 10$ for the pair) you can?t really say no to this product. If you?re looking for a little added stability this is definitely a good item to pick up."

From Enermax Noisetaker vs. OCZ Powerstream article: I have to admit OCZ Powerstream has performed better in delivering stable voltage to the system. Moreover, I personally encountered a strange sort of pleasure tinkering with the Powerflex feature on the OCZ Powerstream. Anyway, higher power is increasingly in demand, and you simply cannot lose by replacing your old PSU with one of these top quality power supplies. OCZ's Powerstream recieves our editor's choice award.

"To say that the OCZ 470W PowerStream power supply impressed me would be an understatement. I would recommend this power supply to anyone who is looking for a high-quality power solution for their PC."

"A superb example of a power supply geared to overclockers is the new OCZ Power Stream 520. It was designed from the ground up for overclockers, and features individual rails that are even tweakable for higher output or exact values. There are even LEDs on the rear of the black chrome case that tell you if the PS is operating in spec, under spec, or over spec. These same LEDs can even be used to tweak individual rails for optimum power. 520W sounds like a lot of power and it is, but truthfully, this power supply would probably be rated at 700 watts by a manufacturer who was trying to impress with specs. The 520W rating is conservative and this PS can easily handle almost anything an overclocker wants to throw at it. While the OCZ Power Stream are new to the market, they have quickly become favorites of the extreme overclocking community."

First and foremost, you get reliable power. Not only is that power reliable, each of the three positive rails is adjustable! You get a bit of future-proofing, due to the fact that the OCZ PowerStream PSU is already BTX-compliant. The pre-sleeved and neatly twisted wiring will help keep your case tidy, which can help air flow through your case. OCZ is also one of very few companies that have a warranty of any kind on their PSU, let alone a total of five years worth of warranty coverage!

You need this power supply...that is the bottom line. It has all the features and more than you could ever want or need in a power supply. It is purely from a professional standpoint that this is one of the most innovative products to ever hit the market. No more over and under current problems, voltage droop mods, adjustable void your PSU warranty mods, the OCZ Unit has it all and more.

"Overall, the OCZ Power Stream OCZ470ADJ is a solid, reduced-noise high power PSU with many attractive features for power users."

"Since receiving the unit from OCZ last week, I have been running the power supply on a heavily configured AMD Opteron system with outstanding results. High-end workstation and server environments require a quality power supply and running a lower end power supply has been known to create problems such as random issues including reboots and hardware lockups. This has not been evident in the OCZ PowerStream 420."

The OCZ PowerStream 420 is without a doubt one of the highest quality PSU's I've ever placed in my system.

From June, 2004 issue: Our experience with the 520ADJ was flawless. We have a new reigning king on our test bench.

The OCZ Powerstream 420 is a superb and reassuringly weighty powersupply - from the wonderful exterior finish to the superlative internals with focus being put on the meaty heatsinks and air flow. I have used many power supplies in my time and many have buckled under the massive power drain of my high end main testing and gaming rig, the OCZ performed without a hiccup even under extreme and prolonged load conditions.

This power supply will be the favorite with many overclockers, the strong rails and adjustability of the 3.3v and 5v lines will ensure the success of this power supply. I found that the power supply is very durable in operation and being unable to burn it out was definitely a plus.

"The OCZ PowerStream 520W Power Supply sets itself apart from others because the +3.3V, +5V, and +12V rails can be easily adjusted. This gives it a clear power advantage over others, resulting in total stability. In addition, 2 very quiet fans make it stealth quiet, and it has the best warranty of any PSU on the market. Need worry-free power? Watch the Video to find out more..."