Box & Bundle
The box features a photo of the product on its front and many badges. At some point, MSI should consider using only the essential badges and not any additional badges obtained from various sources, as this will most likely confuse users. The testing methodology and capabilities in general of anyone claiming a certification agency status should also be approved by an independent entity holding the proper credentials (a government entity). Otherwise, it has no significance.
Product Photos
The design is plain, but I don’t mind, since in most chassis you won’t even have a clear sight of the PSU. The fan grille is not restrictive, which is beneficial for airflow. At the PSU’s front side, you will find the AC receptacle and the power switch. There is no ECO switch, but unlike the 1000W and 850W models, this model does feature semi-passive operation. I prefer a PWM-driven fan spinning at low speeds under light loads, instead of a fan-stop feature.
The modular panel includes eight sockets, including a native 12V-2×6 header.
| Modular Cables | ||||
| Description | Cable Count | Connector Count (Total) | Gauge | In Cable Capacitors |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ATX connector 20+4 pin (600mm) | 1 | 1 | 18-22AWG | No |
| 4+4 pin EPS12V (650mm+105mm) | 1 | 2 | 18AWG | No |
| 6+2 pin PCIe (600mm) | 2 | 2 | 18AWG | No |
| 2x 6+2 pin PCIe (600mm) | 1 | 2 | 18AWG | No |
| 12+4 pin PCIe (600mm) (450W) | 1 | 1 | 16-24AWG | No |
| SATA (500mm+150mm+150mm) / 4-pin Molex (+150mm) | 1 | 3 / 1 | 18AWG | No |
| SATA (500mm+150mm) / 4-pin Molex (+150mm) / FDD (+150mm) | 1 | 2 / 1 / 1 | 18-20AWG | No |
| AC Power Cord (1400mm) – C13 coupler | 1 | 1 | 18AWG | – |
A background story here, since I know someone who knows someone 🙂 Cybenetics requested a change in cable configuration, as some cables used 20AWG gauges, and MSI responded promptly to obtain the corresponding certifications. This is why it is essential to have reputable certification organizations conduct testing on products before they are released to the market. Now, the minimum thickness in the primary power gauges is 18 AWG, as required by the ATX spec. All cables are long enough, and the distance between the peripheral connectors is adequate at 150mm. My only concern is with the EPS connectors, which are installed on a single cable. Given the increased amount of current that these connectors can handle, MSI should use dedicated cables and not a pigtail one. Lastly, it is unusual to find an FDD connector on a modern power supply unit (PSU). It should be replaced with a 4-pin Molex one.
Yello, I’m in India and only have two same priced PSU options: MSI MAG A750GL and Deepcool PN750M, everything else is priced at 1.5 to 2 times these psu. They are almost identical units, but I’m still confused which to get. Which would you suggest?
THANKS! 😁
MSI
Hi Aris, quick clarification, when I asked about the MSI A750GL vs PN750M (under the GLS review), did you mean the GL or the GLS model in your reply? I only have the GL variant available.
The one you had in your answer.