Difference between SMPS and UPS Last Updated : 30 Sep, 2022 Improve Improve Like Article Like Save Share Report 1. Switched Mode Power Supply (SMPS) : It is used to change from a specific DC voltage to another DC voltage level usually it reduces the supply voltage to a lower level so that it can be used by components requiring lower voltage. 2. Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) : It is used to supply power to devices for a fixed amount of time without stopping even when there is no incoming power supply. Difference between S.M.P.S and U.P.S : Parameter UPS SMPS Power Conversion Provides A.C supply when power fails. Converts A.C to D.C power. Transformers Used Low-frequency transformers used. High-frequency transformers used. Backup UPS have backup capabilities. SMPS don’t have any kind of backup capability. Power Storage Power storage equipment is used to store the incoming supply. No power storage equipment used. Pricing It is usually costlier than SMPS. Prices are usually lower than UPS. Placement Usually outside the cabinet. Inside the cabinet. Size Usually, the size is slightly bigger than SMPS. Usually, Smaller than UPS. Electronic Components Rectifier, UPS Batteries, Inverter, Static Bypass Switch. PWM Oscillator, HF rectifier, MOSFET switch. Popular Manufactures Schneider, Luminous, Su-Kam, Genus Power. Marc Computers, Thermaltake, Zebronics. Like Article Suggest improvement Previous Difference between Hard Disk and Floppy Disk Next Difference Between MVC, MVP and MVVM Architecture Pattern in Android Share your thoughts in the comments Add Your Comment Please Login to comment...