Thermaltake

Thermaltake Smart 700W

Q: Is the Thermaltake Smart 700W worth buying?

It ranks #17 of 17 on our power supplies tier list, in F tier. That placement draws on 5 independent outlets.

Q: What are the main drawbacks of the Thermaltake Smart 700W?

2 of the 5 sources with a clear view are critical of it: Critical Reviews and Tom's Hardware Forum. noisy. poor ripple suppression for the price. higher noise than comparable units. Only 80 % Bronze efficiency. Outdated relic topology with entry-level protections.

Ranked #17 in Power Supplies

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poor ripple and noise for the price

Consolidated from 5 independent outlets

Where the cited sources landed, as we read them

2 positive sources
1 mixed source
2 unconvinced sources

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Flagged as a product to avoid

5 of 8 research runs entered this as a product to avoid rather than a pick.

The Thermaltake Smart 700W is a budget PSU that only offers 80 % Bronze efficiency and has been criticized for noisy operation.
Flagged 27 July 2026

2 earlier flags predate the point where runs began recording their reasoning, so their grounds were never written down.

The Thermaltake Smart 700W is a budget PSU that only offers 80 % Bronze efficiency and has been criticized for noisy operation.
Flagged 27 July 2026
poor ripple and noise for the price
Flagged 13 September 2026
poor ripple suppression and higher noise than comparable 700 W units
Flagged 13 September 2026

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Pros & cons

✗ noisy
✗ poor ripple suppression for the price
✗ higher noise than comparable units
✗ Only 80 % Bronze efficiency
✗ Outdated relic topology with entry-level protections

The sources behind this ranking

We searched the web and YouTube for what has been published about this product, then read the articles, video transcripts and comments we found.

Evidence 1 article and 4 video reviews

2 positive sources

Eternal Slayer Eternal Slayer · channel

Thermaltake’s Smart RGB 700W PSU is a compelling choice for those who are looking to complete their RGB components lineup.

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technowarriorstv technowarriorstv · 7.7K subscribers · Sept 2023

Verdict a Colorful techno warriors Editors choice award 10/10

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1 mixed source

Buy Smart Buy Smart · 6K subscribers · May 2025

The Thermaltake Smart 700W features a non-modular design, which means all cables are permanently attached, potentially leading to clutter. On the other hand, the Cooler Master MWE Gold 850W is fully modular, allowing users to connect only the cables they need, resulting in a cleaner build and improved air flow. In conclusion, both the Thermaltch Smart 700W and Cooler Master MWE Gold 850W have their strengths and weaknesses. The Thermaltake is a budget-friendly option for basic setups, while the Cooler Master offers superior efficiency, modularity, and power capacity for high performance systems

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2 unconvinced sources

Tom's Hardware Forum MadelineMargaret · reviewer · Oct 2025

Community consensus on Reddit and forums echoes this: it's cheap (~$50–60) and "works" for ultra-low-power systems (<300W total draw, like basic office PCs), but it's a fire hazard waiting to happen for anything with a modern GPU (e.g., RTX 30/40-series).

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Critical Reviews Critical Reviews · 13.6K subscribers · Oct 2025

For a similar price, you might find better alternatives that offer more features and reliability.

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Frequently asked questions

It ranks #17 of 17 on our power supplies tier list, in F tier. That placement draws on 5 independent outlets.

2 of the 5 sources with a clear view are critical of it: Critical Reviews and Tom's Hardware Forum. noisy. poor ripple suppression for the price. higher noise than comparable units. Only 80 % Bronze efficiency. Outdated relic topology with entry-level protections.