Gigabyte
Gigabyte AORUS ELITE 1000W Platinum
A strong power supplie for PC builders, leading with 1000 W.
72/100
1000 W80 PLUS PlatinumFully modularATX 3.1CompactWhite
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Why we rate it
- Single +12V rail
- Zero RPM mode
- 12V-2x6 / 12VHPWR
- Above-average wattage
- Below-average fan size
Score profile
Scored against the power supplies classWhere the Gigabyte AORUS ELITE 1000W Platinum wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Output
Wattage1000 W
Efficiency rating80
ATX standardATX 3.1
Single +12V railYes
Form factor and design
Form factorCompact
ModularFully modular
Weight3.1 kg
ColourWhite
Cooling and noise
Fan size120 mm
Fan bearingFluid Dynamic Bearing (FDB)
Fan count1
Zero RPM modeYes
Connectors
12V-2x6 / 12VHPWRYes
Features and warranty
OCPYes
OVPYes
UVPYes
SCPYes
OTPYes
All-Japanese capacitorsYes
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Highlighted cell = better in that rowGigabyte AORUS ELITE 1000W Platinum vs ASUS Asus 1000W ROG LOKI SFX-L Platinum PSU
Gigabyte AORUS ELITE 1000W PlatinumAsus 1000W ROG LOKI SFX-L Platinum PSU
| GigabyteGigabyte AORUS ELITE 1000W PlatinumThis page | ASUSAsus 1000W ROG LOKI SFX-L Platinum PSU | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 72 /100 | 72 /100 |
| Wattage | 1000 W | 1000 W |
| Efficiency rating | 80 | Platinum |
| Form factor | Compact | SFX-L |
| Modular | Fully modular | Fully modular |
| Warranty | — | 10 years |
Who it's for
Is the Gigabyte AORUS ELITE 1000W Platinum right for you?
Buy it if
Made for PC builders
PC builders who want a power supplie that delivers without fuss, and this one fits.
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 Gigabyte AORUS ELITE 1000W Platinum worth it?
For most buyers, yes. It scores 72/100 against other power supplies, a strong result where the class average is around 58.
What stands out on the Gigabyte AORUS ELITE 1000W Platinum?
Its single +12v rail stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the Power Zone 1000W?
The Power Zone 1000W scores 73/100 versus this one at 72/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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