The be quiet! Dark Power 13 1000W wins in 2 out of 7 comparable specs. Its biggest advantage is Efficiency (20% better).
HX1500i wins in 1 spec (Wattage: 50% better).
Recommendation
Choose Dark Power 13 1000W if you want the best overall performance — especially efficiency.
Choose HX1500i if wattage matters more to you.
| Spec | be quiet!Dark Power 13 1000W | CorsairHX1500i |
|---|---|---|
| Power | ||
| Wattage | 1000W | 1500W+50% |
| Efficiency | 80+ Titanium+20% | 80+ Platinum |
| ATX Version | ATX 3.0 | ATX 3.0 |
| Design | ||
| Modular | Full | Full |
| Fan Size | 135 mm | 140 mm |
| Depth | 175 mm | 200 mm |
| Connectors | ||
| SATA Connectors | 13 | N/A |
| PCIe Connectors | 5 | N/A |
| Features | ||
| 12VHPWR Connector | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 10 | 10 |
| Price | ||
| MSRP | $280−20% | $350 |
| Release Date | Sep 2022 | Sep 2023 |
