Hey everyone! I was checking out power supplies and noticed something odd about the NZXT C1000 Gold ATX 3.1. It shows a drop in efficiency at approximately 50W on the Cybenetics efficiency graph, while the other models in the same lineup, like the C850 and C1200, don't have this issue. I'm wondering if this is a common trait for this model or if it's just the C1000. Should I just go for the 850W version instead? Also, I'm a bit confused because it seems to perform well during light load tests at 20W, 40W, 60W, and 80W. Maybe I'm misreading the graph? I've noticed that other quality PSUs have performed better in those tests. Any insights would be greatly appreciated!
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Honestly, it might not be a big deal. Most PCs usually idle above 50W anyway, especially with components like GPUs, motherboards, and fans sucking up power. Even if the C1000 shows a dip in efficiency at that point, your setup is likely to stay above it consistently. So, it might not impact you at all in real-world use.
True, but still, it's good to have a PSU that performs well even at those lower loads, right? Efficiency can save you money over time.