Seasonic
Prime Platinum 850W
The Prime Platinum 850W lands as a entry-level power supplie, built around Power Supplies.
50/100
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Why we rate it
- Scores 50/100
- Compared on the spec sheet
- No zero rpm mode
- No 12v-2x6 / 12vhpwr
Score profile
Scored against the power supplies classWhere the Prime Platinum 850W wins and loses
Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowPrime Platinum 850W vs EVGA SuperNOVA 1000 G5
Prime Platinum 850WSuperNOVA 1000 G5
| SeasonicPrime Platinum 850WThis page | EVGASuperNOVA 1000 G5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 50 /100 | 50 /100 |
Who it's for
Is the Prime Platinum 850W 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.
good
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Prime Platinum 850W 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 Prime Platinum 850W?
Its overall 50/100 rating against the rest of the power supplies class.
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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