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# Budget-Friendly ATX Power Supplies
Thermaltake Debuted a New Line of Bronze-Rated Power Supplies

By Colin Smith | Published 2023-08-17 | Art & Design
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-bm3-bronze
References: [kitguru.net](https://www.kitguru.net/components/power-supplies/joao-silva/thermaltake-introduces-smart-bm3-bronze-psu-series-up-to-850w/) & [thermaltake](https://www.thermaltake.com/)

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The Smart BM3 Bronze series is a new line of semi-modular power supplies from [Thermaltake](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gf3-power-supplies) that are designed to meet the ATX 3.0 standards and support the next generation of graphics cards. The series consists of four models: 550 W, 650 W, 750 W, and 850 W, all of which feature a compact size, a 120 mm FDB fan with Smart Zero Fan function, high-quality Japanese main electrolytic capacitors, and 80 Plus Bronze efficiency. The Smart BM3 Bronze series also comes with a native PCIe Gen 5.0 connector (12VHPWR) that can deliver up to 450 W for [RTX 40 series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rtx-4060) GPUs, as well as multiple 8-pin connectors for [AMD](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toughpower-tf3-1300w) and entry RTX 40 series GPUs.

The Smart BM3 Bronze series is expected to be available in the market soon, with a suggested retail price of $69.99 USD for the 550 W model, $79.99 USD for the 650 W model, $89.99 USD for the 750 W model, and $99.99 USD for the 850 W model. Thermaltake also offers a generous 5-year warranty for the Smart BM3 Bronze series, making it an excellent choice for value-oriented users who are looking for a reliable and future-proof power supply for their PC systems.

Image Credit: Thermaltake

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 0.8/10
- Popularity: 4% | Activity: 4% | Freshness: 17%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa

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## Key Themes

### What Makes This Trend Stand Out

- **Semi-modular Power Supplies:** The new line of semi-modular power supplies from Thermaltake offers a compact size, high-quality components, and support for the next generation of graphics cards.
- **ATX 3.0 Standards:** Thermaltake's Smart BM3 Bronze series meets the ATX 3.0 standards, providing compatibility and future-proofing for PC systems.
- **Native Pcie Gen 5.0 Connector:** The Smart BM3 Bronze series features a native PCIe Gen 5.0 connector that can deliver up to 450 W for RTX 40 series GPUs, offering enhanced power delivery for high-performance graphics cards.

### Sectors Adopting This

- **Computer Hardware:** The new line of bronze-rated power supplies presents opportunities for computer hardware manufacturers to offer compact and efficient power supply solutions for PC systems.
- **Gaming Technology:** Thermaltake's Smart BM3 Bronze series, with support for next-generation graphics cards, provides opportunities for gaming technology companies to develop innovative products for gamers seeking reliable and future-proof power supplies.
- **Consumer Electronics:** The release of the Smart BM3 Bronze series at budget-friendly prices opens up possibilities for consumer electronics companies to provide value-oriented users with affordable and reliable power supply options for their PC systems.

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