Power Supplies

This is one of the finest high end power supplies of 2026, we explain why

Seasonic has become the first manufacturer to achieve 80 Plus Ruby certification for an ATX power supply tested at 115V. The milestone was awarded to the company’s Prime Enterprise RX‑1600, a PSU designed for desktops, workstations and AI systems. Seasonic CEO Walter Sun noted that the brand has a long …

be quiet! has announced the launch of its Dark Power Pro 14 IO power supply series, offered in 1600W and 1300W capacities. Designed for high-end systems, these ATX 3.1 units feature 80 Plus Titanium efficiency, active or semi-passive cooling, and desktop integration through the brand's new IO Center software. Integrating …

Corsair has announced an upgraded lineup for its RMe Series power supplies, bundling the RM850e and RM1000e models with a ThermalProtect PCIe 5.1 600W 12V-2×6 GPU cable. The refreshed RM850e and RM1000e units feature an upgraded Cybenetics Platinum efficiency rating, delivering up to 91% overall efficiency. Both models are ATX …

Cooler Master has launched the GPU Shield, a dedicated inline adapter designed to monitor 12V-2x6 power connectors on modern graphics cards and reduce electrical risks.

Gamdias has launched the Thor P2 Series power supply line, offering up to 1350W of power and featuring 80 Plus Platinum efficiency and compliance with ATX 3.1 and PCIe Gen 5.1 standards. Available in 850W, 1050W and 1350W, each unit in the series features a fully modular cable layout and …

Sharkoon has introduced its new Rebel P20 Gen2 power supplies, offering ATX 3.1 support, Cybenetics Gold efficiency and fully modular cabling across 750W, 850W and 1000W capacity models.

Gigabyte has officially launched the Aorus P1600W 80+ Titanium PCIe 5.1 AI Top modular power supply. Following its initial reveal at Computex 2026, the 1600W unit brings ATX 3.1 and PCIe 5.1 compliance to a compact 160mm chassis targeting enthusiast builds and local AI workloads. For the Aorus P1600W AI …

Thermaltake has introduced the AX 3200W Platinum Power Supply, an ATX 3.1-compliant unit built for AI workstations and multi-GPU systems. It features native PCIe Gen 5.1 support and four 12V-2×6 connectors to deliver 3200W of continuous power at 45°C. According to Thermaltake, the new PSU achieves 80 Plus 230 V …

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Following on from a reveal at Computex earlier this year, SilverStone has detailed the Hela 3000Rz. This new high-end power supply is built in a 200mm form factor, featuring an 80 Plus Platinum efficiency rating, designed for heavy-duty systems and continuous 24/7 operation. To cool the Hela 3000Rz, SilverStone (via …

Noctua has released an updated product roadmap outlining launch windows for hardware teased at Computex 2026. The updated roadmap shows that Noctua's new low-profile AM5 CPU cooler will be arriving next year, alongside new ‘Noctua Edition' power supplies from Seasonic.  According to VideoCardz, the upcoming low-profile AM5 cooler features a …

Thermalright has expanded its power supply lineup with the introduction of the GM Series, featuring fully modular, 80 PLUS Gold-certified units. Available in 650W, 750W, and 850W capacities, the new series targets modern gaming and enthusiast configurations by adopting compact ATX form factors alongside updated hardware compatibility standards. According to …

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Enermax has announced the launch of its MaxTytan II 1650W ATX 3.1 Titanium PSU. This new flagship unit builds on the series' focus on efficiency and stability while introducing modern industry standards, dual native 12V-2×6 connectors, and an industry-leading 13-year warranty. The power supply features 80 Plus Titanium certification and …

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At Computex this week, be quiet! is launching new products across the board, including new AIO liquid coolers, new fans, new power supplies and even new gaming peripherals.  The Dark Power Pro 14 IO flagship power supply arrives in 1300W and 1600W variants, offering 80 Plus Titanium efficiency, ATX 3.1 …

Asus is upgrading its TUF Gaming power supply lineup with the introduction of the Platinum Series, available in 850W, 1000W, and 1200W capacities. By achieving 80 Plus Platinum certification, these units offer a significant efficiency boost over previous generations.  According to Vortez, these units (850W, 1000W, and 1200W) share the …

ASRock has announced the Pro Series full modular PSUs, available in 1000W, 850W, and 750W capacities. The units are fully compliant with ATX 3.1 and PCIe 5.1 standards and include high-quality 12V-2×6 power cables for powering the latest generation of graphics cards.  The series carries dual 80 Plus Gold and …

Gigabyte has announced the launch of its Gaming series power supply units, available in 750W, 850W, and 1000W capacities. The units feature T-Guard active thermal monitoring technology that monitors 12V-2×6 connector temperatures. The series carries Cybenetics ETA Platinum and Lambda A+ certifications and is fully compliant with ATX 3.1 and …

MSI has officially introduced its MPG Ai TS series, a high-end PSU lineup that moves beyond passive safety measures. The headline feature here is GPU Safeguard+, a monitoring suite designed to detect electrical anomalies before they cause physical damage to graphics cards. Unlike traditional PSUs that rely on over-current protection …

A good power supply is the heart of any PC. Typically for a budget build, you will want one with at least an 80Plus Bronze efficiency rating. GameMax is introducing its latest line of affordable bronze-rated PSUs this week, which are fully compliant with the ATX 3.1 specification.

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MSI's latest PSU offers dual 12V-2X6 connectors and 1600W capacity - but is it Titanium or Platinum?

MSI has announced a collaboration with Saber Interactive and Focus Entertainment, offering a free game key for John Carpenter's Toxic Commando with the purchase of select power supplies. Running from March 12th to April 12th, this promotion arrives just as the co-op FPS launches...

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The "AI tax" on PC hardware is spreading beyond silicon. After the cost increase for RAM and SSDs, the industry is now bracing for a significant price hike in other fundamental parts of a build: power supplies and cooling solutions. According to a warning issued by Guangzhou Xinhong Zhengdian Electronic Technology, a leading Chinese electronics firm, the surging cost of raw materials, specifically copper, silver, and tin, is forcing an immediate adjustment across the supply chain...