Help me choose PSU - Enermax EG365P-VE FCA vs. Antec PP412X

[JonathanMcInnis]

I'm building a new PC and am torn between these two power supplies. Does anyone have any experience with the new Enermax manual fan speed adjustable series? I am mainly interested in a QUIET unit, although I of course want good, clean power. Here's what I intend to purchase:

Soyo Dragon + mainboard
Athlon XP 1600+
Zalman 3100Plus CPU Cooler (Copper Flower)
Crucial PC2100 DDR RAM (2X256MB)
Seagate Barracuda IV 60 or 80GB HD
CD-RW, DVD-ROM, etc
in an Antec sx800 series case (sx840 if I choose their PSU)

I have seen the review which found the Antec quieter than the Enermax Whisper series, but I am wondering if this newer Enermax may be the most quiet with the rear fan speed turned down to lower RPM's. Also, I have seen threads on the +5V line on the Enermax units being underpowered. I plan to add a couple of Pabst or Panaflow fans to the case for general cooling. Any experiences with these PSU's would be appreciated. Glad I found this great forum. THANKS.

Jonathan

 

[chizow]

I'd go with the Antec if the prices are the same, or the Enermax 431W as it is about the same price as the Antec 400W. Its a lot easier to replace a loud fan than to mod your PSU voltages.

Chiz