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  3. /be quiet! Straight Power 12 1500W ATX 3.0 80 Platinum Efficiency vs Seasonic FOCUS GX-850 850W 80 PLUS Gold ATX 12V (SSR-850FX)

be quiet! Straight Power 12 1500W ATX 3.0 80 Platinum EfficiencyvsSeasonic FOCUS GX-850 850W 80 PLUS Gold ATX 12V (SSR-850FX)

WINNER
be quiet! Straight Power 12 1500W ATX 3.0 80 Platinum Efficiency

be quiet!

Straight Power 12 1500W ATX 3.0 Power Supply 80 Platinum Efficiency

8.4
8.4/10

$430

Seasonic FOCUS GX-850 850W 80 PLUS Gold ATX 12V (SSR-850FX)

Seasonic

FOCUS GX-850 850W 80 PLUS Gold ATX 12V Power Supply (SSR-850FX)

6.5
6.5/10

$85

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be quiet! Straight Power 12 1500W ATX 3.0 80 Platinum Efficiency clearly outperforms the Seasonic FOCUS GX-850 850W 80 PLUS Gold ATX 12V (SSR-850FX) in the power supplies category, particularly in performance, scoring 8.4/10 vs 6.5/10. If you want the better overall performer, be quiet! Straight Power 12 1500W ATX 3.0 80 Platinum Efficiency is the clear pick.

Reviewed by VersusMatrix Editorial Team|Our methodology

5 Reasons Why be quiet! Straight Power 12 1500W ATX 3.0 80 Platinum Efficiency Is Better

  • 1.Higher wattage: 1500W vs 850W
  • 2.Quieter operation: 20dB vs 30dB
  • 3.Better performance score: 9.2 vs 4.2
  • 4.Better display rating: 4.6 vs 3.3
  • 5.Higher design rating: 9.0 vs 7.0

Score Comparison

Price8.6 / 9.7Wattage9.2 / 4.2Noise Level9.0 / 7.0Warranty8.2 / 8.2Fan Size4.6 / 3.3
be quiet! Straight Power 12 1500W ATX 3.0 80 Platinum EfficiencySeasonic FOCUS GX-850 850W 80 PLUS Gold ATX 12V (SSR-850FX)

Score Breakdown

be quiet! Straight Power 12 1500W ATX 3.0 80 Platinum EfficiencySeasonic FOCUS GX-850 850W 80 PLUS Gold ATX 12V (SSR-850FX)
8.6
Price25% weight
9.7
Seasonic FOCUS GX-850 850W 80 PLUS Gold ATX 12V (SSR-850FX) wins
9.2
Wattage35% weight
4.2
be quiet! Straight Power 12 1500W ATX 3.0 80 Platinum Efficiency wins
9.0
Noise Level15% weight
7.0
be quiet! Straight Power 12 1500W ATX 3.0 80 Platinum Efficiency wins
8.2
Warranty15% weight
8.2
Tied
4.6
Fan Size10% weight
3.3
be quiet! Straight Power 12 1500W ATX 3.0 80 Platinum Efficiency wins

Scores are relative within the power suppliescategory. Percentages show each dimension's weight in the overall score. A difference of less than 0.5 points is considered a tie.

be quiet! Straight Power 12 1500W ATX 3.0 80 Platinum Efficiency

Winner

✓ Pros

  • ●Top-rated be quiet! with 8.4/10 score
  • ●Strong performance score
  • ●Better display quality
  • ●Better build and design

✗ Cons

  • ●Higher price tag

Seasonic FOCUS GX-850 850W 80 PLUS Gold ATX 12V (SSR-850FX)

✓ Pros

  • ●Better value for money

✗ Cons

  • ●Lower display score
  • ●Lower performance score

Side-by-Side Specs

Specbe quiet! Straight Power 12 1500W ATX 3.0 80 Platinum EfficiencyWSeasonic FOCUS GX-850 850W 80 PLUS Gold ATX 12V (SSR-850FX)
Price429.79$85$✓
Weight2200g1800g✓
Dimensions150 x 86 x 180 mm150 x 86 x 160 mm

Who Should Buy Which?

Buy be quiet! Straight Power 12 1500W ATX 3.0 80 Platinum Efficiency if…

Buy the be quiet! Straight Power 12 1500W ATX 3.0 80 Platinum Efficiency if you want the best performance in this comparison. It scores higher overall and is the recommended choice for most buyers.

Buy Seasonic FOCUS GX-850 850W 80 PLUS Gold ATX 12V (SSR-850FX) if…

Choose the Seasonic FOCUS GX-850 850W 80 PLUS Gold ATX 12V (SSR-850FX) if budget is your top priority — it offers competitive specs at a lower price point.

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Who do you think wins this matchup?

be quiet! Straight Power 12 1500W ATX 3.0 80 Platinum Efficiency vs Seasonic FOCUS GX-850 850W 80 PLUS Gold ATX 12V (SSR-850FX) — FAQ

be quiet! Straight Power 12 1500W ATX 3.0 80 Platinum Efficiency vs Seasonic FOCUS GX-850 850W 80 PLUS Gold ATX 12V (SSR-850FX): which is better?

be quiet! Straight Power 12 1500W ATX 3.0 80 Platinum Efficiency clearly outperforms the Seasonic FOCUS GX-850 850W 80 PLUS Gold ATX 12V (SSR-850FX) in the power supplies category, particularly in performance, scoring 8.4/10 vs 6.5/10. If you want the better overall performer, be quiet! Straight Power 12 1500W ATX 3.0 80 Platinum Efficiency is the clear pick.

Is be quiet! Straight Power 12 1500W ATX 3.0 80 Platinum Efficiency better than Seasonic FOCUS GX-850 850W 80 PLUS Gold ATX 12V (SSR-850FX)?

Yes, be quiet! Straight Power 12 1500W ATX 3.0 80 Platinum Efficiency scores higher overall (8.4 vs 6.5).

Which is cheaper, be quiet! Straight Power 12 1500W ATX 3.0 80 Platinum Efficiency or Seasonic FOCUS GX-850 850W 80 PLUS Gold ATX 12V (SSR-850FX)?

Seasonic FOCUS GX-850 850W 80 PLUS Gold ATX 12V (SSR-850FX) is cheaper at $85 vs $429.79 for the be quiet! Straight Power 12 1500W ATX 3.0 80 Platinum Efficiency.

Who should buy the be quiet! Straight Power 12 1500W ATX 3.0 80 Platinum Efficiency?

Buy the be quiet! Straight Power 12 1500W ATX 3.0 80 Platinum Efficiency if you want the best performance in this comparison. It scores higher overall and is the recommended choice for most buyers.

Who should buy the Seasonic FOCUS GX-850 850W 80 PLUS Gold ATX 12V (SSR-850FX)?

Choose the Seasonic FOCUS GX-850 850W 80 PLUS Gold ATX 12V (SSR-850FX) if budget is your top priority — it offers competitive specs at a lower price point.

Which is lighter, be quiet! Straight Power 12 1500W ATX 3.0 80 Platinum Efficiency or Seasonic FOCUS GX-850 850W 80 PLUS Gold ATX 12V (SSR-850FX)?

Seasonic FOCUS GX-850 850W 80 PLUS Gold ATX 12V (SSR-850FX) is lighter at 1800g vs 2200g.

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