The be quiet! Dark Power 13 1000W wins in 4 out of 7 comparable specs. Its biggest advantage is 12VHPWR Connector (100% better).
RM850x wins in 1 spec (MSRP: 50% better).
Recommendation
Choose Dark Power 13 1000W if you want the best overall performance — especially 12vhpwr connector.
Choose RM850x if msrp matters more to you.
| Spec | be quiet!Dark Power 13 1000W | CorsairRM850x |
|---|---|---|
| Power | ||
| Wattage | 1000W+18% | 850W |
| Efficiency | 80+ Titanium+50% | 80+ Gold |
| ATX Version | ATX 3.0+50% | ATX 2.0 |
| Design | ||
| Modular | Full | Full |
| Fan Size | 135 mm | 140 mm |
| Depth | 175 mm | 160 mm |
| Connectors | ||
| SATA Connectors | 13 | N/A |
| PCIe Connectors | 5 | N/A |
| Features | ||
| 12VHPWR Connector | Yes+100% | No |
| Warranty | 10 | 10 |
| Price | ||
| MSRP | $280 | $140−50% |
| Release Date | Sep 2022 | Sep 2021 |
