Provider of online PC enthusiast tools "eXtreme Outer Vision" have recently sent word that their eXtreme Power Supply Calculator has just been updated to v2.5. The latest version of this online tool features a long anticipated Amperage calculation per +12V, +5V and +3.3V rails as well as an improved calculation engine, the latest CPUs, video cards, and other components from Intel, AMD, NVIDIA and more.

'Tis a great way of making sure you dont end up with an underpowered or overkill PSU when building up a new system.

"I've seen a few to date, but this one is simply impressive in the breadth and level of details covered," commented Robert Tanner (Kougar), Bjorn3D Staff member. "Besides overclocking, you can factor in Peak Utilization, Capacitor Aging (Explained at the end of the page), and Surge Compensation which deals with the power surge required when you first power on the system from a cold start. From my experience trying to calculate what my main rig draws, the number given was very accurate."