The Cooler Master Elite NEX W600 offers passable performance for entry-level builds but suffers from outdated internal topology. While acceptable for basic repairs, it lacks the stability and efficiency required for modern gaming or high-performance PCs.
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Cooler Master Technology Inc., established in 1992 and headquartered in New Taipei, Taiwan, is a renowned manufacturer of PC computer hardware with decades of experience under its belt. As the name suggests, the company began as a PC cooling solution manufacturer but soon began diversifying towards anything PC power and cooling related, as well as PC-related furniture and peripherals. Alongside its retail business, Cooler Master is also an original equipment manufacturer of cooling devices for other manufacturers.
In this review, we examine the Elite NEX W600, an entry-level 600W power supply that represents the absolute bottom tier of Cooler Master's PSU portfolio. This unit targets the budget-conscious consumer with its 80Plus White certification and three-year warranty. However, beneath its basic exterior lies a design philosophy that feels lifted from a previous decade. The dual-forward topology with group regulation is a relic from an era when PC power requirements were fundamentally different, and its continued presence in new products raises serious questions about value and longevity. Unfortunately, the Elite NEX W600 fell short and did not get a spot in our best power supplies list. While the unit carries an affordable price point, its technical compromises are substantial enough to warrant careful consideration before purchase.
Specifications and Design
Swipe to scroll horizontally Cooler Master Elite NEX W600 Power specifications ( Rated @ 40 °C ) RAIL +3.3V +5V +12V +5Vsb -12V MAX OUTPUT 17A 19A 46A 2.5A 0.3A Row 2 - Cell 0 110W 110W 552W 12.5W 3.6W TOTAL 600W Row 3 - Cell 2 Row 3 - Cell 3 Row 3 - Cell 4 Row 3 - Cell 5 AC INPUT 200 - 240 VAC, 50 Hz Row 4 - Cell 2 Row 4 - Cell 3 Row 4 - Cell 4 Row 4 - Cell 5 MSRP $60 Row 5 - Cell 2 Row 5 - Cell 3 Row 5 - Cell 4 Row 5 - Cell 5
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In the Box
The Cooler Master Elite NEX W600 arrives in a durable cardboard box featuring the black and purple aesthetic that Cooler Master frequently uses. The front prominently displays an image of the unit itself. Internal protection is minimal, consisting only of basic cardboard inserts without any protective pouch or foam padding.
The bundle reflects the unit's budget positioning. Inside you will find only the AC power cable and mounting screws. There are no cable ties, straps, or accessories of any kind. This spartan approach is typical for the lowest price segment.
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