24 & 8 pin ATX extension cables

[QueBert]

is there any downside to running these cables? My new case has holes to hide my cables, but they're a bit too short. Saw some nice looking NZXT extension cables on Newegg but was wondering if they can cause any problems?

 

[Zap]

Not really. In theory extra connectors can cause a voltage drop, but the reality is that the difference is so small as to be not an issue if the PSU is reasonable quality (as in not already near out of spec).

 

[QueBert]

Not really. In theory extra connectors can cause a voltage drop, but the reality is that the difference is so small as to be not an issue if the PSU is reasonable quality (as in not already near out of spec).

good enough, oh and thanks for the heads up on the SilenX PSU, I was ready to jump on $90 bucks for one. You saved me a bundle. I have a Corsair HX520 so I think I'll just order the extensions from Newegg and call it a day.

 

[Vincent]

How much are the ones from Newegg? You can get 8-pin EPS extension cables on eBay or from SVC for about $2.