So it's here again...

It's time again to buy 4x 65w Power Compact bulbs! YAAAYYYY

I'm not very knowledgable when it comes to lighting, but I've had the same ballist for a few years now, it's a custom sea life 48" ballist with the moon light. I got onto one of my favorite online vendors to get the 4 bulbs I'll be needing...


Dual Daylights X 2 ($55)

Dual Actinic X 2 ($55)

Total Cost for bulb replacement: $110 + Shipping

Then I started looking at this...

48" SALTWATER NOVA EXTREME T5HO($100)

54W HIGH OUTPUT 10,000K bulb and 48" 54W HIGH OUTPUT 460NM ACTINIC BULB($35)

Total Cost for bulbs AND new light assembly: $135 + Shipping

I guess my question is this, should I make the switch? Will I still have the same level of lighting? My thinking is if this is true, then I would gladly pay the extra 25 bucks to get the new setup, my old light assembly switches dont work anymore, the fan doesnt work, etc... So I would love to have a new setup, but not at the cost of decreased light for my coral....

any advice? TIA!