Introduction
While advances in electronics result in devices that need less and less power to operate, the demand for high performance PSUs surprisingly keeps rising as well. The use of multi core CPUs and dual video cards is common in enthusiast’s computers and consequently these systems frequently require a lot more power than ordinary office PCs. It is also common for an enthusiast to purchase a power supply much stronger than what his/her system actually requires to work properly. This is because 99% of the time a more powerful and efficient power supply which works at the same load as a weaker one will last longer and won’t require an upgrade when system components get changed. Today we will examine one of the strongest power supply units available today, the OCZ ProXstream 1000W. The best consumer available power electronics technology is implemented inside, allowing it to significantly exceed the power specifications and efficiency of its predecessors. The 1kW rating is more than enough to power any hardware configuration right now, however the question we will be answering today is if the power can be properly controlled as well.
Technical specifications
- 1000W Configuration
- Dimensions: 150 x 140 x 86mm
- 3 year warranty backed by OCZ’s exclusive PowerSwap™ replacement program. No more endless return-for-repair loops!
- Internal 80mm fan
- 4 Channel 12V Output provides stable electric power to computer components
- 4 Channel PCI-E connectors
- Dual CPU support: provides 8-pin 12V dual CPU support with stable voltage
- 20+4 pin: compatible with all motherboards available on the market
- 4pin & 8pin: accords with the requirements of CPU in ATX or EPS 12V V2.91 systems
- Active PFC: enhances utilization of energy
- Over Voltage and current protection: A complete protection circuit is implemented, protecting every component in your system.
- Environmental protection specifications: accords with WEEE & RoHS by Europe
- 115Vac 60Hz / 230Vac 50Hz.
DC Output |
+3.3V |
+5V |
+12V1 |
+12V2 |
+12V3 |
+12V4 |
-12V |
+5VSB |
Output Current |
28A |
30A |
20A |
20A |
20A |
20A |
0.5A |
3.5A |
Maximum Power output |
150W |
976.5W |
23.5W |
1000W |
Maximum ratings are shown. The combined output of all 12V rails is 70A.
