The Fractal Design Ion+ 2 Platinum 860W wins in 4 out of 7 comparable specs. Its biggest advantage is Warranty (233% better).
CV550 wins in 1 spec (MSRP: 70% better).
Recommendation
Choose Ion+ 2 Platinum 860W if you want the best overall performance — especially warranty.
Choose CV550 if msrp matters more to you.
| Spec | CorsairCV550 | Fractal DesignIon+ 2 Platinum 860W |
|---|---|---|
| Power | ||
| Wattage | 550W | 860W+56% |
| Efficiency | 80+ Bronze | 80+ Platinum+150% |
| ATX Version | ATX 2.0 | ATX 2.0 |
| Design | ||
| Modular | No | Full+200% |
| Fan Size | 120 mm | 140 mm |
| Depth | 125 mm | 150 mm |
| Connectors | ||
| SATA Connectors | N/A | 6 |
| PCIe Connectors | N/A | 4 |
| Features | ||
| 12VHPWR Connector | No | No |
| Warranty | 3 | 10+233% |
| Price | ||
| MSRP | $45−70% | $150 |
| Release Date | Mar 2020 | Aug 2021 |