Apevia ATX-ES700-RGB 700 W Semi-modular ATX Power Supply vs Montech APX 550 W 80+ Certified ATX Power Supply

Side-by-side power supply comparison with performance scores, spec-by-spec breakdown, and recommendations to help you pick the right part for your PC build.

Apevia ATX-ES700-RGB 700 W Semi-modular ATX Power Supply
Apevia ATX-ES700-RGB 700 W Semi-modular ATX Power Supply
Apevia - $48.99
Montech APX 550 W 80+ Certified ATX Power Supply
Montech APX 550 W 80+ Certified ATX Power Supply
Montech - $39.90

Key specs at a glance

Top 3 specs that matter most. Full spec-by-spec breakdown is in the table below.

Performance

WattageHigher is better
Apevia ATX-ES700-RGB 700 W Semi-modular ATX Power Supply
700 W
Montech APX 550 W 80+ Certified ATX Power Supply
550 W

Physical

LengthLower is better
Apevia ATX-ES700-RGB 700 W Semi-modular ATX Power Supply
160 mm
Montech APX 550 W 80+ Certified ATX Power Supply
140 mm

Connectivity

SATAHigher is better
Apevia ATX-ES700-RGB 700 W Semi-modular ATX Power Supply
4
Montech APX 550 W 80+ Certified ATX Power Supply
6
Component
Performance
Efficiency-80+
Wattage700 W550 W
Power
ModularSemiNo
SATA Connectors46
FanlessNoNo
Physical
Length160 mm140 mm
Build
TypeATXATX
ColorBlackBlack

Common questions

How should I choose between these power supplys?

Look at the Overall score in the summary above - it's a weighted blend of the specs that matter most for a power supply (performance, memory, power). Then cross-check the Value score, which divides that by price. Below the summary, the spec-by-spec breakdown shows exactly where each option leads or lags.

Can I mix any of these power supplys with the rest of my parts?

PC Launchpad's Guided Builder checks compatibility across every component automatically. Click "Use in Build" on any option above and the builder will flag socket, form-factor, wattage, or clearance issues before you check out.

Where are the prices from?

Prices come from Amazon availability, which PC Launchpad updates regularly. If a component is out of stock or prices change, the comparison may not reflect the latest number - always confirm on the retailer page before you buy.

Is the Apevia ATX-ES700-RGB 700 W Semi-modular ATX Power Supply better than the Montech APX 550 W 80+ Certified ATX Power Supply?

It depends on the workload. Use the Overview tab above for the quick answer (Overall score), then look at the Specs tab to see which individual metrics favor which card. The "Best in row" crown marks the winning value on each spec.

Which one is better value - the Apevia ATX-ES700-RGB 700 W Semi-modular ATX Power Supply or the Montech APX 550 W 80+ Certified ATX Power Supply?

The Value score in the summary divides the Overall performance score by current price, so the higher-scoring one is the stronger $/performance pick on today's prices. For budget builds, favor Value; for no-compromise builds, favor Overall.

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