be quiet! Power Zone 2 1200W PSU Review

1. Introduction2. Bundle & Cabling3. External4. Internal5. Testing Methodology and Results6. Closing Thoughts7. View All Pages

It has been some time since we last looked at a power supply from German brand be quiet! Today we analyse their latest Power Zone 2 which is due for release this week. This new series comprises four power supplies in 750W, 850W, 1000W and 1200W capacities, and we look at the flagship unit today. This supply has both Platinum 80 Plus and Cybenetics certifications, is fully modular and is supported with a 10-year warranty.

These new units ship with 90-degree angled 12V-2×6 connectors and have PCIe 5.1/ATX 3.1 compatibility. There is also a semi-passive zero-RPM mode to keep noise levels down when enabled.

Highlights:

• Available in 1200W, 1000W, 850W and 750W models
• 80 PLUS® Platinum and Cybenetics Platinum efficiency rating (up to 94.3%)
• Semi-passive zero-RPM cooling
• Fan runs on for 2-5 minutes to avoid frequent starting noise
• Pure Wings 3 140mm fan for quiet and efficient cooling
• 90° angled 12V-2×6 connector and PCIe 5.1/ATX 3.1 compatibility
• Advanced voltage regulation and stability thanks to LLC technology
• One massive high-performance 12V-rail
• Unique look with an unmistakable mesh design
• 10-year manufacturer’s warranty
• Product conception, design and quality control in Germany

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