We're close to the finish line on Framework Desktop development. We're now at the end of the DVT2 phase where we complete validation and finalize firmware and drivers. With that, we're continuing our deep dive series, this time digging into the semi-custom 400 W Power Supply we integrated into the product. This may sound mundane, but it's one of the more complex parts of the product. To align to our product philosophy, we used a standard FlexATX form factor. That means both that you can bring your own compatible power supply or re-use the one we designed in the future with any other ATX-compatible system. If you're bringing your own, make sure to pick one that can handle at least 32.5 A on the 12 V rail.

Although the "peak" power demand of the AMD Ryzen AI Max processor is 140 W, it can actually pull hundreds of watts in millisecond-level bursts. Because there is no battery in the Framework Desktop to absorb this, we sized up the Power Supply to handle it and maximize performance. We worked with FSP, one of the biggest power supply makers in Taiwan and the manufacturer behind many other brands, to build a compact, high-efficiency, quiet design. We actually started with one of their higher wattage off the shelf power supplies, down-rated it to 400 W to focus on efficiency while allowing higher peak load, and customized it from there. We modified a few areas to optimize it for the core Framework Desktop use cases.

MSI has announced its new MAG series power supply units - the MAG A1000GLS PCIE5. Available in four wattages - 1000 W, 850 W, 750 W, and 650 W - all models are ATX 3.1 ready and support up to 220% total power excursion. Backed by triple Gold efficiency certifications from 80 Plus, CYBENETICS, and PPLP, these PSUs deliver clean, efficient power.

The "S" stands for Silent, highlighting high performance with lower temperatures and noise, within this series, even the maximum wattage of 1000 W achieved an A sound level with a 230 V input. Compared to previous MAG power supplies, these models feature an enhanced sound design that incorporates a 135 mm FDB (Fluid Dynamic Bearing) fan and optimize fan curves for more efficient and quieter. They also inherit the silent-focused design found in the MEG and MPG series.

The Formula-V Line is a young Taiwanese company that tries to make its way into the always crowded market of PC components, so our team made it to their Computex booth to see what they have on display. We founded a wide array of desktop cases in different sizes and cooling setups. The Air Power series has designs that allow for strong airflow. The G3 Plus White fits ATX and microATX motherboards in a case measuring 455 x 245 x 470 mm. This case has room to fit up to six 120 mm or four 140 mm fans. The bigger G5 EX model is 475 x 235 x 501 mm in size. It supports back-connected motherboards and works with EATX boards. This larger case focus on airflow allowing users to fit up to ten 120 mm or seven 140 mm fans. The G8 model introduces dual front panel options with both grated and glass configurations in a 480 x 235 x 470 mm case format.

XPG's newly unveiled SFF-ready platform—carefully optimized for NVIDIA's omnipresent GeForce RTX 50-series—consists of several product ranges. Given the complicated nature of the manufacturer's various new item lineups, this article will concentrate on freshly unveiled power supplies units. At Computex 2025, ADATA's gaming division has keenly showed off its brand-new PYMCORE SFX PSU series. The company's ultra-compact designs are tailored for integration into VALOR AIR and MESH NANO cases—this synergistic combination is advertised as: "allowing longer GPUs to fit into SFF builds without compromising performance."

The XPG PYMCORE power supply series is fully up-to-date with modern standards—most notably, being ATX 3.1 and PCIe 5.1 compliant. A 1000 W Platinum 80+ certified flagship model offers 235% power excursion. 12V2x6 (600 W) connectors can be linked to compatible SFF-ready enthusiast-grade NVIDIA GeForce graphics cards (and a smattering of custom Radeon RX 9070 Series models). A flagship PYMCORE unit was closely inspected by a TechPowerUp staff member; they took note of three 12V2x6 outputs. One exhibited specimen was deemed very special; due to having been blessed by Jensen Huang's signature. In addition, XPG is readying 850 W and 750 W Gold-rated PYMCORE SKUs. All models are configured with 100% Japanese capacitors.

Zalman has debuted its ZM-DF120 fan series at Computex 2025; with an emphasis on reducing cable clutter and easy installation. This is enabled by a magnetic mounting system and per-unit pogo pin interfaces. Similar designs have emerged from rival companies in the recent-ish past; eventually leading to ugly legal battles. The South Korean manufacturer is (bravely) stepping into this arena with its heavily ARGB-lit ZM-DF120 120 mm PWM fan options; showcased in black and white finishes. Side infinity mirror panels are hyped as providing dazzling visual effects. According to specification placards, fan speed range is 600-2000RPM (±10%). Maximum noise level is 34.5 dB (±10%), and max. air flow is 70.05 CFM (±10%). Zalman did not list any static pressure data. As expected, their ZM-DF120 fans leverage a hydro bearing platform.

be quiet! came to the Computex 2025 show in force, unveiling several new products, including its all new update to one of be quiet!'s most popular PSU lines, the Pure Power 13 M. The new Pure Power 13 M PSU gets Intel ATX 3.1 compliance and native PCIe 5.1 (12v-2x6) connectors and will be available in 550 W to 1000 W power outputs.

The be quiet! Pure Power 13 M is a full modular PSU series that comes with a semi-passive 120 mm fan, single-rail design, and has 80 Plus Gold and Cybenetics Gold efficiency ratings. The Pure Power 13 M is backed by a 10-year warranty, and should easily live up to the popularity of the Pure Power lineup. In addition, be quiet! is also showing off its Power Zone 2 PSU which was announced earlier this year. The Power Zone 2 features 80 Plus Platinum and Cybenetics Platinum efficiency ratings and the same ATX 3.1 and PCIe 5.1 connectors. It is also a modular PSU design with single 12 V rail and LLC technology, and features a 140 mm Pure Wings 3 fan with semi-passive cooling. The be quiet! Power Zone 2 is available in 750 W, 850 W, and 1000 W versions.

GAMEMAX, an emerging brand of PC gaming components including gaming cases and power supply units, is thrilled to join COMPUTEX 2025 with a bold message - Ready to hunt. GAMEMAX's latest innovations and products aims to empower builders of all levels - from first-time builders to seasoned enthusiasts. At this year's COMPUTEX, GAMEMAX will unveil its latest innovations across three key categories: PC Cases, Power Supply Units, and Cooling. Designed to push boundaries in style, power, and performance, every product reflects the brand's mission to fuel the hunt for the ultimate build.

PC Cases: Bold Designs, Next-Level Functionality
GAMEMAX introduces a versatile range of PC cases designed to meet the needs of every type of builder. GAMEMAX will also exhibit its recent releases including the LEADER 2, BLADE CONCEPT, N90, and T20 cases.

SilverStone has rather silently listed its newest HELA 2500Rz 2500 W ATX 3.1 and PCIe 5.0 power supply over at its website. Showcased at Computex back in June last year, the HELA 2500Rz has Cybenetics Platinum certification and packs enough power to feature four 12V-2x6 connectors. It is a fully modular power supply with SilverStone's own 3rd generation modular interface, and, as SilverStone likes to point out, offers 969 W per liter of power density.

The SilverStone HELA 2500Rz has 200x150x86 mm dimensions and weighs a hefty 4.16 kg. It has a single +12V rail, pumping out an incredible 208.3 Amps. The combined +12 V is rated at 2500 W, while combined +3.3 V and +5 V get 120 W. It comes with all the usual protections, including Over Current Protection, Over Power Protection, Over Voltage Protection, Under Voltage Protection, Short Circuit Protection, and Over Temperature Protection. It uses all Japanese electrolytic capacitors and comes equipped with a 135 mm cooling fan with delayed shot-off function that should help to dissipate any residual heat after the system powers down.

GAMDIAS, a prominent name in PC gaming hardware, is set to showcase its latest innovations at COMPUTEX 2025, guided by this year's vision of "Gaming Reimagined." In line with our commitment to ESG principles, we've moved this year's showcase to Grand Hilai Taipei, just a 5-minute walk from the main venue—reducing waste and environmental impact of traditional booth setups.

Every setup in our suite is thoughtfully designed for reuse in future events, reinforcing our sustainable approach. On display are our latest innovations, including PC cases, LCD display CPU coolers, the brand-new THOR Series PSUs, and advanced gaming gears - all crafted to push boundaries, inspire creativity, and bring "Gaming Reimagined" to life.

Facing global challenges of energy conservation, carbon reduction, and sustainable development, Intel has been committed to pushing the industry toward higher performance and lower energy consumption product standards, actively leading the PC ecosystem toward a dual track of environmental protection and innovation. FSP Group, as Intel's long-term strategic development partner, shares the same philosophy and has continuously invested in power supply technology innovation with Intel's support, particularly focusing on 12VO architecture design that complies with the latest energy efficiency regulations.

At the Intel Client Ecosystem Symposium, FSP showcased its latest V3 version of TFX 12VO PSU, which not only helps brand customers build compliant PC systems but also contributes to carbon reduction and environmental protection with a design that balances high performance and energy efficiency.

MSI is thrilled to partner with Sandfall Interactive and Kepler Interactive for an exclusive limited-time offer! From April 24 to May 24, 2025, purchase select MSI PC Case and Power Supply and receive a FREE PC game key for Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. Upgrade your rig, unleash unmatched power, and dive into a battle against fate!

Unstoppable Performance, Unrivaled Efficiency!
MSI's latest high-performance PC Cases and Power Supplies are designed to elevate your gaming and AI computing experience. With cutting-edge technology, superior cooling, and premium materials, MSI helps you build the ultimate PC. Engineered for maximum airflow and cooling, featuring Dual Layer Blades Fans, an EZ bracket for flexible fan configurations, and a quick snap-and-lock PSU cover for easy cable management. Supports EATX, ATX, Back-connect ATX, USB 20 Gbps (Type-C), and up to 13 fans & three 360 mm radiators. Designed for AI workloads and extreme gaming, this 80 Plus Titanium-certified, fully digital PSU delivers stable, high-efficiency power. ATX 3.1-ready with industrial-grade protection, it keeps your system powered through the most demanding tasks.

MONTECH proudly introduces CENTURY II, a next-gen ATX 3.1 power supply designed for modern systems. Compact and quiet, it delivers elite performance with native 12V-2x6 GPU support, dual certifications—80 Plus Gold and Cybenetics Platinum, and a 135 mm fan featuring Smart Zero Fan Technology that stops completely at low loads. Starting at just $89.9, Century II sets a new benchmark for efficiency, silence, and stability—tailored for RTX 50 and Radeon RX 90 Series builds.

Next-Gen Ready: ATX 3.1 + 12V-2x6 for RTX 50 & Radeon RX 90 Series
Fully compliant with Intel ATX 3.1, CENTURY II comes equipped with a native 12V-2x6 connector, ensuring optimized, safe power delivery for the latest NVIDIA RTX 50 Series and AMD Radeon RX 90 Series graphics cards. Whether building from scratch or upgrading, it ensures long-term GPU compatibility and power stability.

• Peak Wattage Support: Up to 2x the PSU's total wattage
• Peak GPU Wattage Support: Up to 3x the GPU's wattage

Whether you're running a Raspberry Pi or charging a laptop, the quality of your power supply makes all the difference. Today, we're excited to introduce our best power supply yet, perfect for either task: the $15 Raspberry Pi 45 W USB-C Power Supply.

Efficient regulation
Every Raspberry Pi single-board computer we've ever sold needs flash storage and a power supply. And not just any flash storage or power supply: buying the cheapest SD card or USB wall wart you can find on Amazon is a guaranteed way to have a bad experience. So over time, we started to regulate the accessories offered by our Approved Resellers. We would test resellers' SD cards, to ensure that they had sufficient random-access performance and were resilient against thousands of unplanned power loss events. Last year, we took this to the next level, launching Raspberry Pi-branded A2-class SD cards and NVMe SSDs, which are now the only storage options promoted alongside our computers.

If you are looking for reliable and efficient performance for your PC, then the Rebel P10 is the right choice. This Cybenetics-certified power supply unit supports the new ATX 3.1 standard and has a 120 mm fan with a quiet sleeve bearing and flat cables for improved airflow. The PSU is thus optimally equipped for intensive gaming sessions and everything beyond.

Certified by Cybenetics
The Rebel P10 has been tested by the independent laboratory and certified with an overall efficiency from 82% to 85% (115 V) and 87% (230 V) and with a 5 VSB efficiency of more than 73%. The 550-, 750- and 850-watt models all achieved the Silver certification. The 650-watt PSU achieved Bronze (115 V) and Silver (230 V).

MSI presented next-generation MEG and MPG series power supply models at CES 2025; both being range-topping examples: MEG Ai1600T and MPG A1250GS. January press material advertised the forthcoming new candidates with all sorts of impressive credentials: "certified by 80 Plus, Cybenetics, and PPLP and fully compliant with ATX 3.1 and PCIe (CEM) 5.1 standards, ready the power of your performance." Around late February, a slightly less powerful (1000 W) option was added to the new MPG line. The very expensive ($699 MSRP) flagship MEG Ai1600T SKU is already in the hands of evaluators; as disclosed by Wccftech. MSI's MPG series sits a notch down from premium-tier MEG offerings—earlier in the day, three "cost-effective" power supply models appeared online. A handful of fortunate souls—including chi11eddog—were blessed with early access to the manufacturer's freshly-published new product catalog. The excited reader shared a compelling feature: "got new PSU brochure from MSI. The new MPG GS series models feature 235% Power Excursion. Looks pretty good!"

A screenshot showed a trio of MPG A-GS options—including another addition; in 850 W form. As highlighted by chi11eddog's enthusiastic social media post, 235% total power excursions are listed on all three model specification sheets. Interestingly, "superior" MEG equivalents are marketed as: "fully compliant with the ATX 3.1 and PCIe 5.1 standards; hold up to 240% total power excursion to meet future-proof power requirements." MSI's web presences now list the MPG A850GS PCIE5 model, as well as the previously announced 1000 W and 1250 W SKUs. The three offerings are boldly provisioned with dual-native 12V-2x6 connectors and PCIe 5.1 compatibility—MSI reckons that the two power avenues are fit for purpose: "seamlessly supporting two NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 Series graphics cards for AI and machine learning applications."

Ocypus today announced the new PSU lineup, the Iota series, the Delta series, the Gamma series and the Beta series, abundant PSU lineups for gaming PC setups. The lineup ranges from 400 W to 1200 W, with high-end series support the new ATX 3.1 standard and 80 Plus Gold certification. It ensures compatibility with a wide range of PC builds, from entry-level to high performance setups, meeting different user needs.

Iota Series
The Iota series power supply inherits the classic dot-matrix element from Ocypus, while incorporating a smooth, straight-edge design that balances both texture and aesthetics. It meets the latest Intel ATX 3.1 standard, natively supports PCI-e 5.1, supports up to 600 W power output on a single channel, and comes equipped with the new 12 V-2X6. It passes 80 Plus Gold certification, with a maximum power conversion efficiency of up to 91%. Inside, it features a range of flagship-grade architectures and 100% high-quality Japanese capacitors, ensuring stable and efficient power output. Also, it includes ECO intelligent start-stop function, a full modular design, and embossed crafted cables, making it easy to start.

MSI is proud to announce the launch of three next-generation power supply units (PSUs)—the MEG Ai1600T PCIE5, MPG A1250GS PCIE5, and MPG A1000GS PCIE5. These innovative PSUs are engineered to redefine high-performance power delivery, supporting the most demanding workloads for gamers, content creators, and AI enthusiasts alike.

Certified by 80 Plus, Cybenetics, and PPLP, and fully compliant with the latest ATX 3.1 and PCIe 5.1 standards, the MEG Ai1600T PCIE5, MPG A1250GS PCIE5, and MPG A1000GS PCIE5 deliver superior power efficiency, performance, and reliability. These units are designed to support the high power demands of NVIDIA 50 Series graphics cards GPUs, multi-GPU setups, and AI and machine learning applications, ensuring a smooth and stable experience even under the most intense loads.

be quiet!, the German manufacturer for premium PC components, is proud to announce Power Zone 2. Almost twelve years after the introduction of the legendary Power Zone series of power supplies, be quiet! has revived this award-winning series and future-proofed it for a new generation of gamers. Power Zone 2 features an impressive 140 mm fan and is be quiet!'s first power supply to feature semi-passive cooling with post-ventilation and a Cybenetics Platinum rating. In other words: Power Zone 2 is energy-efficient, quiet, and cool across all load scenarios, making it a reliable investment for the future.

Power Zone: A legendary heritage
When it was released in 2013, the original Power Zone stood out in the be quiet! power supply lineup - not only did the name not fit the usual nomenclature, but it was also the company's first (and for a long time, only) single-rail power supply. Fast-forward to 2025 and Power Zone 2 is pushing the boundaries again, introducing new features to be quiet!'s portfolio of power supplies, while still sticking to its single-rail design.

Thermaltake, a leading PC DIY brand for premium hardware solutions, is proud to launch the Toughpower TF3 1300 W - TT Premium Edition, the 80 Plus Titanium certified and full modular PSU that is designed to power up high-performance and overclocking systems. The Toughpower TF3 1300 W is built to comply with the ATX 3.1 specification and comes with PCIe Gen 5.1 connectors, it ensures superior reliability and future-ready compatibility for high-end hardware including the latest RTX50 series graphics cards.

The Toughpower TF3 1300 W meets ATX 3.1 standards, supporting up to 200% total power excursion, 300% GPU power excursion, and reaches 60% efficiency at low load. Its two native PCIe 12 V-2X6 modular interfaces are compatible with advanced PCIe 12+4pin connectors, providing up to 600 W for the next-gen PCIe 5.1 graphics cards. To reduce installation errors, the 12+4pin cable comes with a dual-color design in matcha green and black, allowing users can easily verify proper connections.

Corsair at the 2025 International CES launched a couple of updates to its PSU lineup, the 2025 HXi series, and the 2025 RMe series, and you can read all about them here. Something else caught our eye at the Corsair booth, an unnamed, unlabeled PSU with a coolant tube from a DIY liquid cooling loop going in. It turns out that Corsair is dabbling with liquid-cooled high-wattage PSUs that can stay completely fanless, even under load. The PSU passes the coolant through an array of heatsinks that make contact with the hottest components, such as the switching MOSFETs, Schottky diodes, APFC, IGBTs, etc. Corsair is still deciding on whether to release this as an actual product. Tell them what you think in the comments.

The TechPowerUp team was invited up to Cougar's Las Vegas suite where two new PC cases sat alongside a familiar product. A brand rep started proceedings by introducing the white Omnyx RGB case—featuring a symmetric design with two tempered glass panels (one on top and another across the front face). Cougar's engineering team has implemented a novel modular I/O system—users can reposition this panel around the enclosure's base. The Omnyx's lower chamber provides a convenient hideaway space for a power supply, while the spacious upper section is dedicated to displaying visually striking components.

Cougar's Omnyx RGB case is supplied with four pre-installed 160 mm RGB cooling fans—an additional three can be added aftermarket. The enclosure's cable management compartment resides behind the motherboard tray, thus keeping clutter away from the main interior chamber. The Omnyx is ready to support motherboards with back connectors—convenient timing, since hardware manufacturers are sending more of these products to market.

EINAREX is a new entrant at this year's CES, and brought a large lineup of cases, coolers, fans, and power supplies. We begin our coverage with the PSUs. The Nexus series forms the company's upper-mid segment. These are contemporary with support for ATX 3.2 and PCIe 5.1 CEM readiness. The PSU boasts of Cybenetics Gold switching efficiency. The Nexus line comes in upper-mid Wattage, ranging from 750 W to 1200 W, offering full modular cabling, which includes a 600 W 12V2x6 connector. The Apex L1 series forms the company's mainstream segment offering, with partially modular cabling, along with Cybenetics Bronze switching efficiency.

The Apex LS series is a slight step up, with full modular cabling, ATX 3.0 + PCIe 5.0 readiness, and Cybenetics Silver efficiency. The Apex SFX series is designed to offer fairly high Wattage in the compact SFX form-factor. These come with full modular cabling, Cybenetics Bronze efficiency, and a 12V2x6 connector. This isn't the company's only SFX product, there's also the upmarket Nexus SFX, offering Cybenetics Gold efficiency, and more advanced ATX 3.1 and PCIe 5.1 CEM.

be quiet! had plenty to show at their CES 2025 suite—TechPowerUp staffers took a look at a wide range of already announced power supplies and CPU coolers. The German hardware brand is making sure that its power supply product ranges are prepared—compatibility-wise—for the incoming NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5000 and AMD Radeon RX 9000 graphics card lineups. The Dark Power 13 PSU family was represented by the hefty 1600 W Pro model and relatively svelte non-Pro 1000 W option. be quiet! representatives re-confirmed that the whole Dark Power range (750 W - 1600 W) is ready for the new generation of GPUs.

TechPowerUp also spotted two Straight Power 12 models—the larger one being a range-topping 1500 W unit. The smaller demo model seemed to be the 1000 W variant—both are comfortably in the next-gen compatibility safe zone, but this also applies all the way down to be quiet!'s Straight Power 12 750 W model. A lone Pure Power 12 M 1000 W demonstration sample sat in between its Dark and Straight compadres. be quiet! stated that the Pure Power 12 M range is next-gen ready, going from the lowly 550 W all the way up to 1200 W.

ASRock is presenting its complete range of power supply units at CES 2025, featuring the Taichi, Phantom Gaming, Steel Legend, and Challenger PSU series. Fully compliant with Intel ATX 3.1 and PCIe 5.1 standards, these PSUs can handle peak power loads ranging from 200% to 235%. They are equipped with 12 V 2x6 cables, capable of delivering up to 600 W through a single cable. Additional highlights include a 5 V BOOST function for improved stability, 100% Japanese capacitors, Infineon CoolMOS, and SiC SBD technology.

The ASRock Taichi series power supply unit is certified for 80 Plus and Cybenetics Titanium efficiency and also received Cybenetics LAMBDA A+ ultra-quiet certification. These PSUs are available in 1650 W and 1300 W models, feature fully modular cables, two native PCIe 12 V 2x6 cables, all-Japanese capacitors, Infineon CoolMOS, SiC SBD, NTC sensor to monitors connector temperatures in real-time and are backed by a 10-year warranty.

The MasterWatts Eath (MWE) line of PSUs form Cooler Master is one of the most popular upper-mainstream PSUs in the fully-modular 80 Plus Gold segment of the market. At CES 2025, the company showed off its 4th generation, the MWE Gold IV series. There will be many models in the series ranging from 650 W to 1350 W, but the one shown here is the MWE Gold 850 IV. The PSU offers 80 Plus Gold switching efficiency, and fully-modular cabling. What sets this generation of MWE apart are its standards—it meets ATX 3.1 and PCIe 5.1 CEM specs. Its main graphics power connector is a modern 12V-2x6 capable of 600 W continuous output.

There are four additional 8-pin 12 V outputs, two of which make a pair of 4+4 pin EPS, and the others four 6+2 pin PCIe power. The PSU appears to have an illuminated Cooler Master hexagon decal on the sides. The rather compact-looking PSU uses a 120 mm fan with zero-RPM and thermal control. Besides 80 Plus Gold, the MWE Gold IV meets Cybenetics Platinum switching and Lambda-A cooling certifications. Cooler Master is backing these with a generous 10-year warranty.