CorsairReleased 2023

Corsair RM850x Shift

A solid mid-range pick in the power supplies line-up, with 850 W up front.

66/100
Solid pick
Overall score · how we rate
850 W80 Plus GoldFully modular10 yearsATX 3.0Black
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Why we rate it

  • Zero RPM mode
  • 12V-2x6 / 12VHPWR
  • Above-average fan size
  • Above-average warranty
  • Below-average wattage
Score profile

Where the Corsair RM850x Shift wins and loses

Scored against the power supplies class
OutputCoolingConnectorsFeatures69858676
Output
69
Cooling and noise
85
Connectors
86
Features and warranty
76
Full specification

Specifications

Grouped · supported features marked in blue

Output

Wattage850 W
Efficiency rating80
ATX standardATX 3.0

Form factor and design

Form factorATX
ModularFully modular
ColourBlack

Cooling and noise

Fan size135 mm
Zero RPM modeYes

Connectors

12V-2x6 / 12VHPWRYes

Features and warranty

Warranty10 years

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Head to head

Corsair RM850x Shift vs MSI MSI MAG A1000GLS 1000W

Highlighted cell = better in that row
OutputCoolingConnectorsFeatures
Corsair RM850x ShiftMSI MAG A1000GLS 1000W
 CorsairCorsair RM850x ShiftThis pageMSIMSI MAG A1000GLS 1000W
Overall score66 /10066 /100
Wattage850 W1000 WBetter
Efficiency rating8080
Form factorATXATX
ModularFully modularNon-Modular
Warranty10 years
Who it's for

Is the Corsair RM850x Shift 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 flagship-tier performance, in which case a higher-tier power supplie is the better call.

Performance builder
Chasing frames and headroom in a high-end rig.
good
Mainstream builder
Wants strong value in a balanced build.
good
Budget builder
Stretching every pound in an entry rig.
good
Common questions

Before you buy

Is the Corsair RM850x Shift worth it?

It depends on what you need. It scores 66/100 against other power supplies, a solid mid-range result where the class average is around 58.

What stands out on the Corsair RM850x Shift?

Its zero rpm mode stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.

How does it compare to the Asus ROG Strix 1000W Platinum PSU?

The Asus ROG Strix 1000W Platinum PSU scores 67/100 versus this one at 66/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.