The be quiet! Dark Power 13 1000W wins in 2 out of 7 comparable specs. Its biggest advantage is Efficiency (50% better).
RM1000e wins in 1 spec (MSRP: 39% better).
Recommendation
Choose Dark Power 13 1000W if you want the best overall performance — especially efficiency.
Choose RM1000e if msrp matters more to you.
| Spec | be quiet!Dark Power 13 1000W | CorsairRM1000e |
|---|---|---|
| Power | ||
| Wattage | 1000W | 1000W |
| Efficiency | 80+ Titanium+50% | 80+ Gold |
| ATX Version | ATX 3.0 | ATX 3.0 |
| Design | ||
| Modular | Full | Full |
| Fan Size | 135 mm | 120 mm |
| Depth | 175 mm | 150 mm |
| Connectors | ||
| SATA Connectors |
| 13 |
| N/A |
| PCIe Connectors | 5 | N/A |
| Features | ||
| 12VHPWR Connector | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 10+43% | 7 |
| Price | ||
| MSRP | $280 | $170−39% |
| Release Date | Sep 2022 | Mar 2023 |
