Asus
Asus Prime 850W Gold
A entry-level power supplie for PC builders, leading with 850 W.
50/100
850 WGoldFully modular8 yearsATX 3.0Multicolour
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Why we rate it
- 12V-2x6 / 12VHPWR
- Scores 50/100
- No zero rpm mode
- Below-average wattage
Score profile
Scored against the power supplies classWhere the Asus Prime 850W Gold wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Output
Wattage850 W
Efficiency ratingGold
ATX standardATX 3.0
Form factor and design
ModularFully modular
Weight1.5 kg
ColourMulticolour
Cooling and noise
Fan bearingDouble Ball Bearing
Fan count1
Connectors
12V-2x6 / 12VHPWRYes
Features and warranty
Warranty8 years
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Highlighted cell = better in that rowAsus Prime 850W Gold vs MSI MSI MAG A850GL
Asus Prime 850W GoldMSI MAG A850GL
| AsusAsus Prime 850W GoldThis page | MSIMSI MAG A850GL | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 50 /100Better | 48 /100 |
| Wattage | 850 W | 850 W |
| Efficiency rating | Gold | 80 |
| Form factor | — | Fully Modular |
| Modular | Fully modular | Fully modular |
| Warranty | 8 yearsBetter | 7 years |
Who it's for
Is the Asus Prime 850W Gold right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable power supplie for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need zero rpm mode, in which case a higher-tier power supplie is the better call.
Performance builder
Chasing frames and headroom in a high-end rig.
okay
Mainstream builder
Wants strong value in a balanced build.
good
Budget builder
Stretching every pound in an entry rig.
excellent
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Asus Prime 850W Gold worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 50/100 against other power supplies, a entry-level result where the class average is around 58.
What stands out on the Asus Prime 850W Gold?
Its 12v-2x6 / 12vhpwr stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the RM850x?
The RM850x scores 51/100 versus this one at 50/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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