MSI
MSI MPG A1000G PCIE5
A strong pick in the power supplies line-up, with 1000 W up front.
80/100
1000 W80 PLUS GoldFully modular10 yearsATX 3.0Full Modular
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Why we rate it
- Single +12V rail
- Zero RPM mode
- 12V-2x6 / 12VHPWR
- Above-average wattage
- Spec-sheet rated, not bench-tested
Score profile
Scored against the power supplies classWhere the MSI MPG A1000G PCIE5 wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Output
Wattage1000 W
Efficiency rating80
ATX standardATX 3.0
Single +12V railYes
Form factor and design
Form factorFull Modular
ModularFully modular
Weight1.5 kg
ColourBlack
Cooling and noise
Fan size135 mm
Fan bearingFluid Dynamic Bearing
Fan count1
Zero RPM modeYes
Connectors
12V-2x6 / 12VHPWRYes
12V-2x6 wattage600 W
Cable typeFlat black cables
Features and warranty
OCPYes
OVPYes
UVPYes
SCPYes
OTPYes
All-Japanese capacitorsYes
Warranty10 years
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Highlighted cell = better in that rowMSI MPG A1000G PCIE5 vs Corsair Corsair HX1200i (2025)
MSI MPG A1000G PCIE5Corsair HX1200i (2025)
| MSIMSI MPG A1000G PCIE5This page | CorsairCorsair HX1200i (2025) | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 80 /100 | 87 /100Better |
| Wattage | 1000 W | 1200 WBetter |
| Efficiency rating | 80 | Cybenetics Platinum |
| Form factor | Full Modular | — |
| Modular | Fully modular | Fully modular |
| Warranty | 10 years | — |
Who it's for
Is the MSI MPG A1000G PCIE5 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.
excellent
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 MSI MPG A1000G PCIE5 worth it?
For most buyers, yes. It scores 80/100 against other power supplies, a strong result where the class average is around 58.
What stands out on the MSI MPG A1000G PCIE5?
Its single +12v rail stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the Corsair HX1200i (2025)?
The Corsair HX1200i (2025) scores 87/100 versus this one at 80/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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