NZXT
NZXT C1000 Gold Core
A strong power supplie for PC builders, leading with 1000 W.
72/100
1000 W80 PLUS GoldFully modularATX 3.1PlatinumBlack
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Why we rate it
- Zero RPM mode
- 12V-2x6 / 12VHPWR
- Above-average wattage
- Above-average fan size
- Below-average pcie 8-pin
Score profile
Scored against the power supplies classWhere the NZXT C1000 Gold Core wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Output
Wattage1000 W
Efficiency rating80
ATX standardATX 3.1
Cybenetics ratingPlatinum
Form factor and design
Form factorATX
ModularFully modular
Weight1.7 kg
ColourBlack
Cooling and noise
Fan size135 mm
Fan bearingFluid Dynamic Bearing
Zero RPM modeYes
Cybenetics noise classA+
Connectors
PCIe 8-pin3
12V-2x6 / 12VHPWRYes
12V-2x6 wattage600 W
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Highlighted cell = better in that rowNZXT C1000 Gold Core vs ASUS Asus 1000W ROG LOKI SFX-L Platinum PSU
NZXT C1000 Gold CoreAsus 1000W ROG LOKI SFX-L Platinum PSU
| NZXTNZXT C1000 Gold CoreThis 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 | ATX | SFX-L |
| Modular | Fully modular | Fully modular |
| Warranty | — | 10 years |
Who it's for
Is the NZXT C1000 Gold Core 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.
excellent
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the NZXT C1000 Gold Core 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 NZXT C1000 Gold Core?
Its zero rpm mode 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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