Description

Antec ATOM V550 550W SMPS

ATX Type : ATX 12V 2.31 | Modular : Non-Modular | Input Current : 4A | Input Voltage : 230 VAC | Input Frequency Range : 47-63Hz | Fan : 120mm Silent Fan | Protection : OVP,OCP,SCP,NLO | Connector : 1 x 8(4+4) Pin EPS 12V, 1 x FDD, 1 x MB 24(20+4) Pin, 2 x 8(6+2) Pin PCI-E, 2 x Molex, 5 x SATA | 2 YR WARRANTY

Budget 550W ATX12 Power Supply

The Antec ATOM V550 550W SMPS is a value‑oriented desktop PSU aimed at users who want a reliable 550 W unit without paying for 80 PLUS certification or fully modular cables. It’s designed to drive entry‑level gaming rigs, office machines, and HTPCs with enough headroom for a mid‑tier GPU and a modern CPU. The power supply is built for continuous 550 W output and follows Intel ATX12 2.31 standards, making it compatible with most current motherboards and desktop platforms.

Efficiency, Fan, and Noise

The ATOM V550 is engineered for high efficiency, which helps reduce power waste, heat, and fan noise compared with older low‑efficiency units. It uses a 120 mm silent fan that runs at reasonable speeds under load while keeping thermals under control inside standard ATX cases. Antec’s Thermal Manager technology adjusts fan speed based on temperature and load, improving acoustic comfort during light‑duty tasks such as browsing, video playback, and general office use. The non‑modular cable layout is fixed and simple, which suits budget builds where cable management is secondary to cost and compatibility.

Connectors & Compatibility

The ATOM V550 provides 1 × 24‑pin (20+4‑pin) main ATX connector, 1 × 8‑pin (4+4‑pin) EPS CPU connector, 2 × PCIe 6+2‑pin connectors, 5 × SATA, 2 × 4‑pin peripheral (Molex), and 1 × FDD connector. This I/O layout is enough for 1 single GPU, a modern CPU, and multiple SATA drives in a standard build. It is targeted at 230 V AC input regions, with 47–63 Hz input frequency, and is meant for environments with fairly stable voltage. The non‑certified (non‑80 PLUS) efficiency tier keeps the price low but still offers acceptable performance for non‑enthusiast systems.

Protection, Reliability & Warranty

Antec equips the ATOM V550 with CircuitShield™ protections, including Over‑Voltage (OVP), Over‑Current (OCP), Short‑Circuit (SCP), and No‑Load (NLO) protection, which help guard your motherboards, GPUs, and drives against electrical faults. The 550 W continuous power rating is sufficient for mid‑tier systems and light gaming, though it may not comfortably handle heavy overclocking or multi‑GPU setups. The unit comes with a 2‑year standard Antec warranty, which is typical for budget‑tier PSUs and offers basic protection for normal desktop use.

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