MSI MAG A850GL PCIE5
Good value and solid power. The trade-off is a fan you'll hear.
- Efficiency
- 80+ Gold
- Modular
- Full
- Standard
- ATX 3
- Form factor
- ATX
- Outputs
- 750 / 850 / 1000 / 1250W
The verdict
This is my mid-range pick when budget matters. It's fully modular, compact at 140mm deep, and HWBusters calls the price competitive.
Both reviews found good build quality and stable power. Both also found the fan noisy, running above 1000 RPM even at light loads in HWBusters' test.
It uses the older 12VHPWR socket for graphics cards rather than the newer 12V-2x6 design. If you want quieter running, the Pure Power 13 M is worth a look.
MSI MAG A850GL PCIE5 reviews
Both reviews found good build quality and stable power, and both flagged the same weakness: the fan is noisy. HWBusters adds that the price is competitive for what you get.
Both labs agree
- Good build quality and stable rails. HWBustersNikkTech
- ATX 3.0 and PCIe 5.0 ready, fully modular. HWBustersNikkTech
- Noisy fan: HWBusters found it above 1000 RPM even at light loads, NikkTech measured about 46 dBA near full load. HWBustersNikkTech
Also worth knowing
- The GPU socket is the older 12VHPWR type rather than 12V-2x6, and power factor and light-load efficiency are weak. HWBusters
All in all, MSI does a decent job in the PSU field thanks to its good cooperation with CWTMAG A850GL PCIE5NikkTech
I highly recommend giving it a chance if you're in the market for a new 850W unit.MAG A850GL PCIE5 (hands-on test)
NikkTech uses its own test rig rather than lab load equipment. Reviews tested the 850W model.
Pick your output
- 750WMid-range builds, up to an RTX 5070 Ti class card.Check 750W price
- 850WHigh-end builds, up to an RTX 5080 class card.Check 850W price
- 1000WThe most power-hungry cards, RTX 5090 class.Check 1000W price
- 1250WFlagship builds with plenty of headroom.Check 1250W price
Sizes assume a typical processor. Check your build in the wattage guide.
Other Tier B at 850W
- undefined80+ GoldCheck price
- ASRock Pro Gold80+ GoldCheck price
- ASUS Prime Gold80+ GoldCheck price
- be quiet! Power Zone 280+ PlatinumCheck price
Specs
| Tier on my list | B · Mid-range builds |
|---|---|
| Wattages | 750W, 850W, 1000W, 1250W |
| Efficiency | 80 Plus Gold |
| Modular | Fully modular |
| Standard | ATX 3 |
| Size | ATX |
| Released | 2023 |
MSI MAG A850GL PCIE5 questions
Is the MSI MAG A850GL PCIE5 loud?
Yes, it's the main complaint in both reviews. HWBusters found the fan running above 1000 RPM even at light loads, and NikkTech measured about 46 dBA near full load.
Does the A850GL PCIE5 have a 12V-2x6 connector?
HWBusters found that the graphics card socket on the modular panel is the older 12VHPWR type, not 12V-2x6.
How big is the A850GL PCIE5?
It's 140mm deep, which HWBusters lists as a plus for smaller cases. It's fully modular.
Is the A850GL PCIE5 good value?
HWBusters calls its price competitive for the specification. You're trading some noise for the lower price.
Which MSI MAG A850GL PCIE5 wattage should I get?
It comes in 750W, 850W, 1000W, 1250W. Match it to your graphics card using the output guide above, or the calculator for your exact parts.
Can I reuse cables from my old power supply with the A850GL?
Use the cables that came in the box. Modular cables aren't standard between brands, or even between generations from one brand, and the wrong cable can damage your parts.