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BEST OFFICE CHAIRS FOR WORK FROM HOME IN INDIA 2021
Working from home has been a dream come true for many people, one of the not so many upsides of the covid lockdown but it does come with its own set of unique challenges. While working from home allows you to attend meetings in boxers, it can also cause a lot of physical and mental stress owing to long sitting hours and reduced interactions with people. Sitting for long hours for work can cause a lot of physical stress on your body and all sorts of problems associated with it. A good chair is thus one of if not the most important component of a good work from home setup. An uncomfortable chair can cause frustration and irritability as well and hence a good chair can also help reduce fatigue and mental strain. A good sitting position can go a long way in maintaining good posture and physical and mental health and a good chair helps to ensure just that. Okay, now that you’ve decided that you want to buy a good chair for your home office, let’s look at how to get the best chair to make your work from home experience more fun and productive. There is a wide variety of chairs floating around in the market like the extravagant executive chair, the sleek mesh chair, the legendary iconic plastic Monoblock chair, the crazy gaming chair(yeah, crazy USELESS! Literally, they’re useless please don’t buy them) so it can get a bit tricky to choose the best chair but fear not my friend we’re here to guide you so that you don’t make stupid decisions like buying a gaming chair as uh, my friend did. Anyways, the type of chair you want is the office chair and there a few key considerations when buying office chairs so let’s dive right in!

HOW TO CHOOSE

Buying an office chair is a significant investment but also an important one for your health and well being. A good chair is not only comfortable and increases productivity but also improves mood and posture. Some key things to consider while buying an office chair are listed below :-
- Seat: check the height, width and depth of chair from front to back to make sure it fits you perfectly. There are different sizes available so make sure you get the right size.
- Seat comfort: the seat should not be so soft that it creates problems for your back and neither so firm that it causes soreness in your buttocks.
- Back support: proper back support and lumbar support are important but some chairs have gimmicky lumbar supports which aren’t very effective. Most high end chairs provide lumbar support by design but see what works for you.
- Arm rest comfort: the height, width and length of arm rest should be of proper fit and there should be adjustments for the same as well as for pivot angle of arm rest. Many chairs also have arm rest cushioning to keep your elbows soft uwu.
- Adjustments: an office chair should be highly adjustable to fit the needs of the user . In addition to seat height and armrest adjustments, some standard adjustments are tilt lock, back height and headrest adjustments.
- Build quality: comfort and adjustability are of no use if it doesn’t last. You don’t want to be sitting on ripped fabric and a broken chair. Robustness in design and quality of materials are definitely very important.
- Assembly process: If I wanted to assemble chairs I’d be working in a chair factory. No one likes to perform over-complicated assembly but decide for yourself if it is worth it.
- Warranty policy: warranty is like cake, the more you get the better. All good brands provide a warranty for their chairs, some better than the others. Generally higher end chairs have more extensive and longer duration warranty.
- Return policy: some manufacturers have fees for returning products while some need paperwork, others are simple. Easy returns are definitely desirable.
Now that you can judge an office chair like my ex used to judge me, let’s look at the best office chairs available in India.

BEST OFFICE CHAIRS AVAILABLE IN INDIA IN 2021

We have handpicked the best office chairs after extensive research to meet your needs. The chairs have been divided into best premium office chairs, best budget office chairs, best affordable office chairs and some honorable mentions. So, without further adieu, let’s take a look.

BEST PREMIUM OFFICE CHAIRS :-

Chances are that these chairs are out not for you or me, or most of us but we all like to see things that we can’t afford don’t we. If these are the chairs for you, buy me one as well eh? Anyways, top chairs cherry picked from the best listed below :-

1) STEELCASE LEAP V2
- Seat comfort:5
- Back support:5
- Arm rest comfort:5
- Adjustments:5
- Build quality:5
- Assembly process:5
- Warranty policy:5
- Buy for Rs. 81,473 at steelcase.com
Steelcase leap v2 is a well rounded premium product. Fitting people of almost all sizes, coming in with ample adjustments, and build quality so good that it will last a lifetime, literally. In fact, I very often use “yo mama so fat, she broke the Steelcase chair when she sat on it” as a legit comeback. The seat is one of the most comfortable in the market. While the seat pad isn’t really thick, it does not cause any issues at all for long sitting time. Back support is the best in class with it’s Liveback technology which provides both flexibility and support. It has comfortable armrests with height , depth, width and pivot adjustments. This chair is one of the most adjustable chairs around with the option to adjust seat height, seat depth, arm width, arm depth, arm height, arm pivot, adjustable lumbar support and 5 tilt lock positions. The only standard adjustment it’s missing is the back height adjustment but that should already be tall enough for most users with the back height standard of 25”. it also comes with an optional headrest. One very strong point of leap v2 is this single chair can fit many different credit to the adjustments and standard back and seat size. This baby comes fully assembled right out of the box with a return policy of 30 days provided you keep original packaging. It has a lifetime warranty for the frame and 12 years for other parts, see I wasn’t joking before. Also, they cover expenses for all repairs and pay you if they can’t repair it, talk about service. It has the best build quality in industry with premium top of the line materials. Stylish and comfortable and a solid choice for those that can afford it.

2) STEELCASE GESTURE
- Seat comfort:5
- Back support:5
- Arm rest comfort:5
- Adjustments:5
- Build quality:5
- Assembly process:5
- Warranty policy:5
- Buy for Rs. 96,365 at steelcase.com
Another solid product from Steelcase, this chair is another solid choice for a premium office chair. It fits most uses easily no matter what their body size is due to it’s very high adjustability. The highlight though has to be the 4d highly adjustable arms which are even more adjustable than those in leap v2. the seat is similar to that of leap v2 which is not very thick but surprisingly causes no issues and is very comfortable. The lumbar support is adjustable but the effect isn’t as pronounced as that in leap v2. The backrest moves with you and provides adequate support in all positions. The arms come with 4d adjustments but also with a staggering range of 10.25” to 22.5” wide and up to 4.25” high. This chair comes in with all the standard adjustments except back height adjustments but that should not be considered a problem as it has a very high back height which can easily fit most people. Build quality is the best in class with all sorts of premium materials available. It comes in fully assembles with a 30 day return police with original packaging. It also has a lifetime warranty for frame and 12 years warranty for other parts. All in all a top chair with quality and ample adjustments.

3) HERMAN MILLER AERON
- Seat comfort:5
- Back support:5
- Arm rest comfort:5
- Adjustments:5
- Build quality:5
- Assembly process:5
- Warranty policy:5
- Buy for Rs. 95,206 at hermanmiller.in
This chair is the holy grail of quality chairs, the epitome of what an office chair can be in terms of comfort, quality, everything. I could sit on it with blisters on my ass no problem. Made in Usa with high end build quality and premium materials. Herman miller is one of oldest and most successful brands in chairs, with sales in over a 100 countries. This chair comes with a breathable mesh on back and seat which is very comfortable to sit on. It comes with pneumatic seat height adjustment, tilt tension adjustment, armrest pivot, arm depth adjustment, lumbar adjustment, forward seat tilt and tilt lock. It has 2.5” dual wheel casters. It comes in three sizes of which size a supports weight up to 300 lbs and size b and c up to 350 lbs. Coming in with 30 days return policy with no extra fees or even a requirement of original packaging and a warranty of 12 years on all parts, you can be assured about a decent after sales experience. They even cover expenses for repairs on the chair, now that’s what I call premium service. It comes in pre-assembled and ready to roll out and sit on. Build quality is the best in industry. The seat comfort might be dependent on whether you can get used to the mesh but this 8z pellicle mesh is very flexible and soft to touch . backrest has adjustable lumbar support and head rest is also adjustable. Arm rests have soft cushions on top and are fully adjustable with height, depth and pivot adjustments. Even the smoothest surfaces have cracks right? This seat also has some drawbacks in spite of all the features mesh seats are not for everybody and if you can’t get used to it, it’s better to consider other options. It also doesn’t have seat depth or back height adjustments, can’t have it all. Everything considered, this chair is a solid choice and has passed the test of time. If you’ve been searching chairs, chances are you’ve come across it already a couple of times. An iconic chair indeed.

4) HUMANSCALE FREEDOM
- Seat comfort:5
- Back support: 5
- Arm rest comfort:5
- Adjustments:5
- Build quality:5
- Assembly process:5
- Warranty policy:5
- Buy for Rs. 90,155 at ubuy.co.in
Humanscale freedom is a simple high end chair with a lot of ergonomic adjustments and premium build quality. The standard seat option is adequately comfortable for long sitting hours. One thing the freedom excels at though is back support with excellent lumbar support that hits your lower back as soon as you sit on it. It also has a pivoting function in backrest and excellent upper back support. The weight activated incline promotes movement. The headrest is designed to keep your eyes at proper position on the monitor. The Duran armpads are soft and premium with option to adjust their width and height. The seat is easy to adjust and comes with a lot of adjustability including seat depth, arm height and width, back height, head rest, and recline. Also the arms recline with you so it is also desirable if you like to work in different positions. It comes with good build quality but sadly no return policy is available. It comes in two parts which can be put together easily. These chairs come with a 15 year warranty on all parts. Overall a very ergonomic premium chair.

5) HERMAN MILLER EMBODY
- Seat comfort:5
- Back support: 5
- Arm rest comfort:5
- Adjustments:5
- Build quality:5
- Assembly process:5
- Warranty policy:5
- Buy for Rs. 1,50,000 at hermanmiller.in
The embody is a high end ergonomic chair with a unique design and solid build quality. The embody’s pixelated support technology has a wide grid of pixels on the seat and back that can flex and confirm to your specific body shape to distribute pressure and keep you comfortable. It is also very breathable. The weight limit on it is 400 lbs. The backrest is not height adjustable but the deign makes it work for most people. It also has seat depth adjustment. Armrest are premium and can be adjusted in height and width. This chair can also fit a wide range of people comfortably dur to it’s design. It’s design also encourages movement due to its slimmer and flexible back rest which provides ample support to your spine and lower back. There is the backfit adjustment to adjust lumbar support in a unique way by changing the angle of backrest. It has pneumatic seat height adjustment and seat depth adjustment, armrest height and width adjustment, lockable tilt positions, tension adjustment and back angle adjustment. Arms recline with the back. It is made with excellent build quality and premium finish. It comes in fully assembles with a 30 month return policy. It also has a 12 year warranty on all parts and repairs are also covered by the company. Overall, a very unique design and premium build with modern looks.

BEST BUDGET OFFICE CHAIRS :-

Now that you’ve seen what the best has to offer, let’s take a look at the chairs for the common man and what do they compromise on for the money. Spoiler alert, not too much! best chairs you can get for realistic prices :-

1) DURATEK CORPORATE M1 CHAIR WITH LUMBAR BACK SUPPORT
- Seat comfort:4
- Back support: 5
- Arm rest comfort:4
- Adjustments:4
- Build quality:4
- Assembly process:4
- Warranty policy:3
- Buy for Rs. 7850 at amazon.in
Duratek is a brand primarily catering to office supplies. The chair is a quality ergonomic chair with quality and comfort in mind. The seat is soft and comfortable and causes no problem for long sitting hours. It also has a breathable mesh back of premium material. It also has adjustable lumbar support for good lower back support. It has BIFMA certified pneumatic seat height adjustment, armrest height adjustment, optional headrest, backrest angle and lumbar adjustments. Build quality is solid and the chair is sturdy. Maximum weight capacity is 100 kg. It comes fully assembled out of the box. It has a 1 year manufacturer warrant and 10 days replacement policy. This is a very popular and trusted chair for many corporate offices. Goods looks and solid quality and certainly a very good addition for your home office.

2) INNOWIN® JAZZ HIGH BACK MESH OFFICE CHAIR FOR OFFICE & HOME
- Seat comfort:4
- Back support: 5
- Arm rest comfort:4
- Adjustments:4
- Build quality:4
- Assembly process:4
- Warranty policy:1
- Buy for Rs. 8600 at amazon.in
Innowin jazz is a very popular ergonomic and comfortable chair. It has been highly praised for its design and comfort. I actually think that it beats the duratek in features but the only thing is that they don’t give a warranty but the build quality is excellent. It has a very soft high quality 45 density molded foam seat and a mesh breathable back with adjustable height and depth lumbar support. The mesh and seat materials are premium quality. It also has armrest height adjustment and also headrest adjustments. It also has an infinite tilt lock allowing it to lock at any tilt position. It also has bifma certified pneumatic height adjustment. It has a solid build quality and very sturdy build. Maximum weight capacity is 120 kg. You have to assemble the product and it’s a bit of work. It also comes with a 10 days replacement policy. They stopped giving warranty. They say people used to change product 10 Days before end of warranty like they abused it or something lol.

3) FEATHERLITE ASTRO MEDIUM BACK
- Seat comfort:4
- Back support: 3
- Arm rest comfort:4
- Adjustments:3
- Build quality:4
- Assembly process:3
- Warranty policy:4
- Buy for Rs. 8490 at amazon.in
Featherlite is one of the leading furniture manufacturing organization in India which focuses on innovative and cost effective chair designs. It has a very ergonomic design and plenty of adjustments to encourage dynamic seating. It has a good quality seat with soft seat. It has a breathable mesh back with adjustable lumbar support. Is has pneumatic seat height adjustment, recline lock, recline tension adjustment, armrest height adjustment and lumbar support height and depth adjustments. It has decent build quality and is very rigid. It requires to be assembled with nut and bolt fixing. It has a 10 day replacement policy and a 3 year warranty on all parts. That speaks of the trust of the company in it’s build quality. A very good and well rounded chair for you work from home needs.

4) MISURAA EASY MID BACK CHAIR
- Seat comfort:4
- Back support: 5
- Arm rest comfort:4
- Adjustments:4
- Build quality:4
- Assembly process:3
- Warranty policy:3
- Buy for Rs. 9499 at www.amazon.in
Misuraa is a premium brand manufacturing quality ergonomic chairs. It has a sleek ergonomic design and premium quality. It has a molded foam seat which is fabric upholstered. It also has a breathable mesh back with fixed lumbar support. It also has back recline lock at one position. It has fixed armrests with good quality and no wobble. It has seat height adjustments and tilt tension control. It also has heavy duty caster wheel and a weight capacity of 120 kg. Build quality is solid with very rigid body. Although you must carefully check the size for fit as it doesn’t have too many adjustments. It has to be assembled yourself, sigh. It has 1 year warranty on all parts. Kind of underrated as it is a very premium product with a good brand but isn’t talked about very much.

5) WIPRO FURNITURE ADAPT HIGH BACK EXECUTIVE ERGONOMIC OFFICE CHAIR
- Seat comfort:3
- Back support: 4
- Arm rest comfort:3
- Adjustments:4
- Build quality:3
- Assembly process:4
- Warranty policy:3
- Buy at Rs. 12329 at amazon.in
Wipro furniture a pretty popular brand for office chairs in India. The wipro furniture adapt is a premium and ergonomic chair with a nice design. It has a comfortable Pu foam seat with breathable mesh back. It also has an adjustable and cushioned lumbar support. It also has weight activated tension adjustment. Armrests are comfortable and height adjustable. It also has pneumatic seat height adjustment and two position tilt lock mechanism. The product is not as sturdy and the quality is good but not as expected for the price. Carpenter assembly is required for the chair which is provided by the seller. It also has 1 year manufacturer warranty covering all parts. Overall a good product but a bit overpriced.

BEST AFFORDABLE OFFICE CHAIRS:-

I hear noises, they’re coming from my pocket. It’s my wallet, it keeps saying these names I don’t know why but I can’t ignore it. The ultimate bang for buck chairs to make your ergonomic work from home setup a reality :-

1) GREEN SOUL SEOUL MID BACK OFFICE/STUDY CHAIR
- Seat comfort:4
- Back support: 4
- Arm rest comfort:3
- Adjustments:3
- Build quality:4
- Assembly process:4
- Warranty policy:3
- Buy for Rs. 3491 at amazon.in
Green soul is an Indian brand making high quality ergonomic chairs. This chair is a very high quality chair with decent design. It has a thick padded molded foam seat with a breathable mesh back although there is no lumbar support. It has fixed round armrests. It also has a lever to set tilt angle and a tension adjustment knob. There are 4 colour options and seat height adjustment. It has a maximum weight capacity of 90 kg. It requires basic assembly to be done and comes with a 10 day replacement policy. It also has a 1 year manufacture warranty which covers all parts and is hassle free to claim. Premium quality but missing many adjustments.

2) CELLBELL C106 MEDIUM-BACK MESH OFFICE CHAIR
- Seat comfort:4
- Back support: 4
- Arm rest comfort:3
- Adjustments:3
- Build quality:4
- Assembly process:4
- Warranty policy:3
- Buy for Rs. 2,999 at amazon.in
This baby is honestly at steal at this price. It can in my opinion beat some chair in the budget category in terms of features and build quality. The seat is fairly comfortable for long seating hours and has a breathable mesh back. It is very sturdy and build quality is top notch. It has elegant and comfortable fixed armrests. It also has bifma certified height adjustments and heavy duty castor wheels. The design is ergonomic but not fit for tall people. It has to be assembled yourself and comes with a10 day replacement policy. It also has a 12 month extensive warranty. The customer service of cellbell is supposedly great. Excellent value for money but not too many adjustments.

3) FURNICOM CHAIRS OFFICE/STUDY/REVOLVING COMPUTER CHAIR
- Seat comfort:4
- Back support:4
- Arm rest comfort:3
- Adjustments:3
- Build quality:4
- Assembly process:3
- Warranty policy:4
- Buy for Rs. 3999 at amazon.in
Furnicom is another trusted brand in the office chairs industry with good quality chairs. It has quality soft foam in the back and thick molded foam in the seat which eliminates heat and moisture build up. It has a recline from 90 to 120 degree and a tilt lock to lock it at 90 degree. It has fixed armrests made of fiber which are sturdy and comfortable. It has a maximum weight capacity of 100 kg. It has pneumatic height adjustment and a tension adjustment knob. This is a good quality and very comfortable chair which can fit different sizes. It needs to be assembled yourself and it comes with a 10 day replacement policy. It has a 1 year warranty on all parts. Overall a very good value product with good quality.

4) DURATEK TASK M1 FABRIC OFFICE EXECUTIVE CHAIR
- Seat comfort:4
- Back support:4
- Arm rest comfort:3
- Adjustments:3
- Build quality:4
- Assembly process:5
- Warranty policy:4
- Buy for Rs. 3950 at flipkart.in
Another solid product by duratek, the task m1 is a light and sleek ergonomic chair for long sitting hours. This chair has a ergonomic design and good quality seat material and breathable mesh back. It also has curved armrests which are sturdy and comfortable. It comes with pneumatic seat height adjustment, tension adjustment and tilt lock. Build quality is good and chair feels sturdy. It comes in fully assembled, no cap. It also has a 1 year warranty on all parts. Duratek at this point can be trusted for quality and good after sales service. All in all a solid choice for affordable office chairs.

5) TIMBER CHEESE ERGONOMIC MESH CHAIR
- Seat comfort:3
- Back support: 3
- Arm rest comfort:3
- Adjustments:2
- Build quality:3
- Assembly process:3
- Warranty policy:4
- Buy for Rs. 3029 at amazon.in
Timber cheese ergonomic mesh chair is a good value for money product. It has a good comfortable seat and a breathable mesh back. It has fixed rounded armrests. The adjustments on this chair are seat height adjustment and tilt tension adjustment. It has a sleek look but quality is not as premium. It is also not suitable for tall individuals. It has to be assembled yourself and it comes with a diy kit. It has a 10 day replacement policy and a 12 month extensive warranty. Diy my ass deliver it pre-assembled! This baby goes up and down only but boy does it do that good.

HONOURABLE MENTIONS:-

WIPRO FURNITURE MEDIUM BACK EXECUTIVE OFFICE CHAIR
- Seat comfort:4
- Back support: 3
- Arm rest comfort:4
- Adjustments:3
- Build quality:3
- Assembly process:4
- Warranty policy:3
IKEA MARKUS
- Seat comfort:4
- Back support: 4
- Arm rest comfort:3
- Adjustments:3
- Build quality:4
- Assembly process:4
- Warranty policy:3
HERMAN MILLER MIRRA 2
- Seat comfort:5
- Back support: 5
- Arm rest comfort:5
- Adjustments:5
- Build quality:5
- Assembly process:5
- Warranty policy:5
HON IGNITION 2.0
- Seat comfort:5
- Back support: 5
- Arm rest comfort:5
- Adjustments:5
- Build quality:5
- Assembly process:5
- Warranty policy:5
MISURAA IMPORTED XENON
- Seat comfort:4
- Back support: 5
- Arm rest comfort:4
- Adjustments:4
- Build quality:4
- Assembly process:4
- Warranty policy:3
HERMAN MILLER SAYL
- Seat comfort:5
- Back support: 5
- Arm rest comfort:5
- Adjustments:5
- Build quality:5
- Assembly process:5
- Warranty policy:5
A general rule is that the higher the budget the more features you get. It’s up to you to pick the right budget but one thing I can say for sure, investing in a good office chair is definitely worth it and will pay well in terms of your health and well being. Bye and happy sitting!
March 30, 2021

Best Power Supplies to Buy In India (covers every budget!)

Power Supply Units or PSUs are one of the most important part of a PC Build since they power your entire build. Be it a low-end PC or a higher-end one, a good PSU is really important. As after all, nobody wants a ticking time bomb in your PC (that’s right, bad PSUs have a tendency to explode). Now choosing a power supply can be quite boring since there are a lot of options available and they’re not exactly easy to distinguish. A buyer can easily get confused when it comes to the wattage of a PSU, its rating, efficiency, and overall reliability. But I’m here to make things a little easy (I’ll try).

So let’s start with one of the most important questions, what power output do you need?

Now instead of calculating the power consumption of each part, you have individually you can use a wattage calculator to get a better idea and save a lot of time.

Some good wattage calculators online-

Power Supply Calculator – PSU Wattage Calculator

Seasonic Wattage Calculator

To use the tools, select the components you plan on using, and it will automatically calculate the estimated power output you’ll need.

For example, if I plan on getting a Ryzen 5 5600x, pair it with an RTX 3070, along with 16 gigabytes of memory and a 500 gig SSD, the recommended PSU wattage will be 472 watts. (according to the Newegg one)

Now hold on, don’t go buying a 500W PSU for your RTX 3070 build, there are a few more things

you need to consider while deciding the wattage.

1-Extra fans and coolers you plan to add to your build.

2-Extra headroom for power spikes ( the spikes aren’t that much in modern components but it’s good to leave a headroom of approximately 100 watts)

3- Future Upgrades- It’s important to think about future upgrades as a good PSU may easily last 10 years or so (some PSUs have a 10-year warranty)

Now taking all this into consideration I’d suggest getting at least a 650W PSU for an RTX 3070/5600x build, which is like +200W from the recommended wattage.

What is 80 Plus Certification?

Now as you go on browsing PSUs for your build, you’ll notice many are labeled with an 80+ certification. 80 Plus is a certification program that manufacturers utilize to provide some assurance that their power supplies will meet certain efficiency requirements.80 Plus has various levels ranging from Basic to Titanium.

This is a table consisting of efficiency levels for consumer power supplies-

% of rated load	10%	20%	50%	100%
80 Plus	–	80%	80%	80%
80 Plus Bronze	–	82%	85%	82%
80 Plus Silver	–	85%	88%	85%
80 Plus Gold	–	87%	90%	87%
80 Plus Platinum	–	90%	92%	89%
80 Plus Titanium	90%	92%	94%	90%

Now I know all this is a little complicated to understand but to keep it basic, the difference is how efficiently the PSU transforms energy on a specific load level. To conclude this complicated part, simply getting an 80 Plus Bronze rated PSU as a minimum is recommended.

Should you get a Modular PSU, a Semi-Modular PSU, or a Non Modular one?

Another important aspect of buying a PSU is choosing between a Modular, Non-Modular, or a Semi-Modular one.

Non-Modular PSUs– These PSUs have all their cables attached.Probably cause they were around since cable management wasn’t a thing and people didn’t care about cables making a mess. Although they still have some advantages like being cost-effective and if you’re someone who uses all the wires which come with a power supply, there’s no point in paying for modularity.

Semi-Modular PSUs– Semi-modular power supplies are kind of a middle ground between modular and non-modular PSUs and that’s what makes them great. They come with most of the necessary cables pre-attached and thus are really easy to use for new builders.

Modular PSUs- These power supplies have some or all of their cables detachable. They help in cable management but are really hard to use for new builders as connecting the plethora of cables can be a little complex.

Which one should you get? Well unless you’re using custom cable mods, there’s no reason to pay extra for a modular PSU, getting a semi-modular PSU will be enough for most people.
The option to detach cables is nothing but a luxury and it shouldn’t be a deciding factor when you’re choosing a power supply.

Getting to the part you’ve been waiting for (I hope), here are some of the best PSUs you can buy in India according to their price and wattage.

Best PSUs under Rupees 4000 (450W, 550W)

1- Cooler Master MWE 450W Bronze V2 230v 80 Plus Bronze Certified, Non-Modular Power Supply

This power supply is a great bang for your buck especially at Rs 3099 (on Amazon India at the time of writing).

5-year manufacturer warranty
Flat black cables
Certified 80 Plus Bronze Efficiency
Fixed the ripple issue with revision 2

2-Cooler Master MWE 550 V2 80 Plus Bronze Certified, Non-Modular Power Supply

The 550W version of the MWE v2 again is very cost-effective and a great budget option at Rs 3500 (on MDComputers at the time of writing)

5-year manufacturer warranty
Flat black cables
Certified 80 Plus Bronze Efficiency

Best PSUs under Rupees 6000 (650W)

1- Corsair CX 650 80 Plus Bronze Certified, Non-Modular ATX Power Supply

At Rs 5500 (on Vedant Computers at the time of writing), it’s one of the best 650W power supplies from Corsair.

5-year manufacturer warranty
Matte black finish and sleeved cables
Certified 80 Plus Bronze Efficiency
120mm thermally controlled fan

2- Deepcool DQ650-M-V2L 650 Watt 80 Plus Gold Fully Modular Power Supply

The Deepcool DQ650-M-V2L is simply a great power supply that is feature-packed and comes with the added bonus of a sweet 10-year warranty at Rs 6500 (on MDComputers at the time of writing).

10-year manufacturer warranty
Certified 80 Plus Gold Efficiency
High-Grade Japanese Capacitors
Fully Modular

Best PSUs under Rupees 8000 (650W,750W)

1- Antec EA650G PRO 80 Plus Gold Certified 650 Watt Semi-Modular Power Supply

The Antec EA650G PRO at Rs 7000(on Amazon India at the time of writing) is one of the best and most feature-packed power supplies you can find in this price range.

7-year manufacturer warranty
Certified 80 Plus Gold Efficiency
120 mm noise optimized fan
Semi-Modular

2-Deepcool DQ750-M-V2L 750 Watt 80 Plus Gold Fully Modular Power Supply

The 750W version of the DQ650-M-V2L is another great power supply at just Rs 7400 (on MDComputers at the time of writing)

10-year manufacturer warranty
Certified 80 Plus Gold Efficiency
Fully Modular

3-Antec EA750G PRO 80 Plus Gold Certified 750 Watt Semi-Modular Power Supply

The 750W version of the EA650G Pro at Rs 7500 (at the time of writing on Amazon India) is again a feature-packed power supply at a great price.

7-year manufacturer warranty
Certified 80 Plus Gold Efficiency
Semi-Modular

4-Antec HCG 750 80 Plus Bronze Certified Fully Modular Power Supply

This is from the Antec HCG series and at just Rs 6800 (at the time of writing on Amazon India) is a good choice to consider and is one of the cheapest 750W Power Supplies you can find.

5-year manufacturer warranty
Fully Modular
Certified 80 Plus Bronze Efficiency
135mm noise optimized fan

Best PSUs under Rupees 10000 (750W,850W)

1–NZXT C750 80 Plus Gold Fully Modular Power Supply

The NZXT C series is a good and reliable option to go with since it basically is a rebranded Seasonic Focus PSU which is a good power supply not usually sold in India. Currently at Rs 8800 (currently at Rs 8800 on Vedant Computers) is a good option if you’ve got the budget.

10-year manufacturer warranty
Fully Modular
80 Plus Gold Certified
120mm dynamic fan with Zero RPM mode

2-Deepcool DQ850-M-V2L 80 Plus Gold Fully Modular Power Supply

The 850W version of the DQ650-M-V2L is a great bang for your buck and has a lot of features. It is a great power supply to consider if you have a high end build (looking at you 3080 and 3090 owners) and also want to be future proof. Currently costs Rs 8750 (at the time of writing on MDComputers)

3-year manufacturer warranty
Fully Modular
80 Plus Gold Certified
High-Quality Japanese Capacitors

3–Antec HCG-850 80 Plus Gold Fully Modular Power Supply

The 850W Gold version of the HCG 750 is a good option especially with the 10-year warranty at Rs 9600 (at the time of writing on PCStudio).

10-year manufacturer warranty
Fully Modular
80 Plus Gold Certified
120mm noise optimized fan

Best PSUs under Rupees 12000 (850W)

1-Corsair RM850 80 Plus Gold Fully Modular Power Supply

The RM850 is one of the best power supplies you can buy at Rs 11900 (on MDComputers)

with tons of features and high build quality. This power supply has Modern Standby Mode which is a feature for Windows 10 which will vastly improve your PC’s sleep and wake functionality.

10-year manufacturer warranty
80 Plus Gold Certified
135mm noise optimized fan
Fully Modular and Multiple GPU ready

2-Gigabyte Aorus P850 80 Plus Gold Fully Modular Power Supply

The Aorus P850 is a solid option to consider as another great feature-packed power supply at a great price. Currently at Rs 10100 (on Vedant Computers at the time of writing), often falls down to Rs 8500 during sales, so I suggest keeping an eye out for this amazing deal.

10-year manufacturer warranty
80 Plus Gold Certified
135mm smart fan
Fully Modular

Note-This power supply is not to be confused with the Gigabyte P750GM and P850GM ones which are relatively cheap, as they’re bad quality power supplies having a tendency to explode.

Where are the 1000W+ PSUs?

After going through the list you might be wondering where the 1000W+ Power Supplies are. Well the reason I decided to not include them is most people who will read this won’t actually need a 1000W+ power supply. An 850W one is enough for most consumer PC Builds.

But if you’re someone who wants to future proof for the next 10 years or wants to SLI 3090s or you’re a miner with multiple GPUs, here are some good options you could consider-

1-Corsair RM1000x

2-Cooler Master V1000

3-Corsair HX1200

So many options, which one should you get?

Selecting a power supply out of the ones I’ve listed above might be a bit confusing but what you should keep in mind is, the above power supplies are all good quality ones backed by a warranty from a reputable company. So simply, decide what features you want and what budget might be the best for you, and voila! You’ve decided which power supply to get. Now you can finally power up your build and enjoy hours of gaming.

Conclusion

Whatever you end up buying, keep in mind that a good PSU is an investment. Most good power supplies have long warranties thus lasting for years. When your PC can no longer handle the latest games, upgrading your GPU and CPU can solve the problem. But your PSU will remain the same between many builds and thus it should be a priority.

Remember, never cheap out on your PSU!

March 28, 2021

Fake RAM; How to Identify and Avoid Counterfeit Ram.
So, you just bought a shiny new stick of ram to get that dual channel fps boost on your favorite game, or for that extra memory you needed to export that video you were editing on with ease, or maybe you are about to buy one. Well in that case you are at the right place here is a guide on how you could save yourself from the counterfeit memory scam!

What’s counterfeit memory?

Whenever some ram sticks are found to be faulty, chips from them are extracted and resoldered on to a new PCB and sold as an original RAM module from a favoured brand. Ram modules have a SPD (Serial Presence Detect) chip that has reserved space to hold details about the stick. At times there could be false information loaded onto it so that the end consumer mistakes it to be the original one.

Things one must consider before buying RAM for their Computer are;
- Clock speed.
- CAS Latency.
- Ram chip Manufacturer.
If all three match you should be good. But fake memory sticks could be running slower while it still shows up as faster memory.

It’s Counterfeit but works fine should you be worried?

Yes, there are many reasons why you must not use Fake ram sticks even if they perform upto the mark.
- You can’t claim warranty on the product if something goes wrong overtime.
- There is a high chance of it causing random BSOD crashes.
- You paid for the original product but received a fake one that is made up of unreliable used goods, nothing is confirmed about it’s shelf life.
Alright you are now afraid that your ram could be fake how do you confirm it or the otherwise?

There are some key giveaways of fake ram sticks;

1.The box didn’t have a warranty card in it

2.The inner box is shorter

3.The Serial numbers on the ICs are scratched

4.The reflective Sticker on the ram doesn’t reflect

You can further stress test the ram to check if the ram is indeed competent most fake ram sticks show signs in these tests. One such application that helps you achieve this is MemTest86

MemTest86 and Memtest86+ are memory test software programs designed to test and stress test an x86 architecture computer’s random access memory for errors, by writing test patterns to most memory addresses, reading back the data, and comparing for errors. www.memtest86.com

Or you could install CPU-Z on your system to check the serial numbers. (missing part numbers/manufacturer name)

CPU-Z is a freeware system profiling and monitoring application for Microsoft Windows and Android that detects the central processing unit, RAM, motherboard chip-set, and other hardware features of a modern personal computer or Android device. www.cpuid.com

The following images will help you identify fake ram sticks through CPU-Z

Original;

Counterfeit;

Conclusion

Always look for trusted sellers if you want to purchase ram from e-commerce sites. (crucial.com/adata.com) crucial will redirect you to the proper seller once you have specified your specs/model. If you wish to purchase ram from amazon look for the official sellers that offer return policy.

If you would like to purchase ram locally it is recommended to check the stick thoroughly while you are at the place.
March 26, 2021
Which is the best smartphone to buy under Rs10000 in India? (Micromax YU Yureka)
Our one word answer to this question would be Yureka!!Micromax recently launched a sister company named as YU to compete against the new players in the market such as One Plus and Xiaomi.
Their much anticipated ‘Yureka’ phone have been launched and it is currently the best smartphone you can buy under Rs10000.($160USD)

Why is YU Yureka so good?
1. It uses the much advanced Qualcomm snapdragon 615 chipset which is much better and efficient than all other chip-sets used by any phone under Rs15000. It is also the first 64bit-chipset released by qualcomm. For a comparison, Xiaomi Mi3 uses snapdragon 800, which is one of the qualcomm’s high end chipsets, but direct comparison shows that snapdragon 615 is about 44% better. Read more
2. Adreno 405 GPU will help you play all type of games on your phone.
3. It is going to be the only phone to run CyanogenMod ROM in India since micromax made an exclusive deal with cyanogenmod. This is good because, we can customize it in anyway we like. Also, this phone is going to attract lot of developers, so you can be sure that you will get loads of custom ROMs for your phone.
4. 4G. It makes you future ready.
5. Rooting do not void warranty. This is probably one of the most important feature which any developer will love to have,
6. Plenty of RAM. 2GB of DDR3 RAM is enough for almost anything. Most other phones use DDR2 RAM.
7. Good ergonomics. The back cover of this phone is made of soft plastic which they call ‘moonstone black’. It is quiet good and is similar to what we have seen in one plus one.
8. Capacitive buttons. Many recently launched phones do not have capactive buttons, but instead they have on-screen buttons. This is not good because, on screen buttons take screen space and may distract the user while using the phone. Also, it leaves the bottom side of the phone blank/unused.
9. Dual sim(4G+3G). It is a good feature, because most people may already be having two sims. It also means that you can have lesser signal-range issues. All other phones have (3g+2g) dual sim option.
10. Descent Display. The 720P 5.5inch IPS display is good. I feel that 1080P displays itself is an overkill for a smartphone.
11. Gorilla Glass 3. Many people take this for granted. But I can tell you that a scratch-resistant and hardened glass is a must-have for any smartphone.
12. Expandable Memory. Nowadays, most phone companies try to avoid providing an expandable memory so that they can sell the phone with two capacities which will give them more profit. But, Yureka have an expansion slot which allows upto 32GB memory cards. The 16GB internal memory is also a good deal at this price point.
13. Descent Camera. Yureka’s 13MP Auto Focus camera is made by Sony and is of descent quality. It is not the best camera, but it is a very good camera when compared to other phones in its range. It can even record slow-motion videos.
14. Descent Battery. It have a 2500mAH Battery. Since every component used in this phone are power-efficient(such as the new chipset and RAM), the battery will last upto 30% longer than other phones. SO the 2500mAH is comparable to a 3000mAH battery. We can tell more about this only after the launch,
15. Door-step servicing. We all know that servicing is a big headache. And micromax have already earned a bad reputation for their after-sales service. So, they decided to give door-step servicing for this phone. We don’t know how they are going to implement it or how good will it be, but it is good to hear that they are taking measures to improve service.
16. The awesome price tag of just Rs8999. I feel that, it will get sold-out in seconds.
Doesn’t that sound good? That is why we picked Micromax Yureka YU as the best smartphone under Rs10000 category.

You have to register here if you are intending to buy this awesome phone. Micromax have planned to sell it as ‘flash sales’ just like Xiaomi and only registered users will be allowed to participate in the flash sale which is to be held on January 13th. One thing we can be sure is that, the competition among the people to get their hands on this phone is going to be much higher than what we saw in the all previous flash sales.
December 22, 2014
BEST MOBILE PHONES UNDER Rs 7000 ~ 7K
Recently , our Techoids Team had hands on many Android phones and we tested them in every aspect . Finally , we made a conclusion for best phones under 8000 Rupees ~ 8K .

PHONES :
1. REDMI 1S : Price 5,999 Rs

FEATURES :
- Dual Sim (WCDMA + GSM)
- Android v4.3 OS
- 8 MP Primary Camera
- 1.6 MP Secondary Camera
CONS :
- Battery Drains fast and heavy multitasking heats up the phone
SPICE / MICROMAX / KARBON ANDROID ONE : Price 6,000 ~ 6,499 Rs

FEATURES :
- 5MP primary camera with auto focus, flash, 1080p video recording and 2MP front facing camera with 720p video recording
- 4.5-inch FWVGA capacitive touchscreen with 480 x 854 pixels resolution and 16M color support
- Android v.4.4.4 KitKat operating system with 1.3GHz quad core processor, 1GB
- RAM,2.1GB for apps installation, 4GB internal memory expandable up to 32GB and dual Micro SIM (GSM+GSM)
CONS :
- No Cons found , all the phones in Android One series are best in class
3. MOTOROLA MOTO E : Price 6,499

FEATURES :
- Android v4.4 (KitKat) OS
- Wi-Fi Enabled
- FM Radio
- 1.2 GHz MSM8x10 Dual Core Processor
- Dual Standby SIM (GSM + GSM)
- 5 MP Primary Camera
- 4.3-inch Touchscreen
CONS:
- No Front Camera and No flash on primary camera
October 15, 2014