The be quiet! Dark Power Pro 13 1300W is the objective winner, securing victories in eight out of nine comparable specifications. Its most significant advantage is the inclusion of PCIe connectors, which offer a 300% improvement over the alternative. This superior connectivity ensures that the unit can support more demanding hardware configurations compared to the EVGA 500 BQ, which only outperforms its competitor in a single category.

Users building high-end systems requiring extensive power delivery and multiple graphics card connections should choose the be quiet! Dark Power Pro 13 1300W for its expanded hardware support. Conversely, the EVGA 500 BQ is the appropriate selection for budget-conscious builders, as it holds a 91% advantage in MSRP. This unit is best suited for basic builds that do not require the high-capacity connectivity provided by the more robust option.