Cooler Master Elite NEX W600 power supply review: Affordable, but with outdated design

The Cooler Master Elite NEX W600 is a budget-friendly 600W power supply with 80Plus White certification and a three-year warranty. Despite its affordable price, the design is outdated, featuring a dual-forward topology with group regulation that raises concerns about its value and longevity. The unit lacks modern features like modular cables and compatibility with ATX 3.x, limiting its use in contemporary builds. While it meets basic standards for voltage regulation and ripple suppression, its efficiency curve is unstable, and the sleeve bearing fan can be loud even at moderate loads. Overall, the Elite NEX W600 may be suitable for basic systems but falls short compared to more modern power supply options.