Chieftec iARENA GPA-500S8

The Chieftec iARENA GPA-500S8 is an entry-level power supply with sufficient capacity to deliver reliable power to all modern components, including high-performance processors and graphics cards. The unit delivers a total of 500 watts, with 130 watts allocated to the 3.3 V and 5 V rails combined. Graphics card power is supplied via two 12 V rails, the first capable of delivering up to 24 A and the second up to 21 A, for a combined output of 396 watts. According to the manufacturer, the Chieftec iARENA GPA-500S8 achieves an efficiency rating exceeding 80%.