Thermaltake Toughpower GF A3 1050W
Thermaltake Toughpower GF A3 1050W Review & Specifications
The Thermaltake Toughpower GF A3 1050W by Thermaltake (Model: PS-TPD-1050FNFAGU-L) is a power supply unit that provides 1050 watts of power output. This unit follows the 3.0 standard and comes in a ATX size. It is certified with 80 PLUS®Gold and rated at Gold efficiency, reaching a peak efficiency of 90%. It features a 120 mm cooling fan with fan stop support, and is actively cooled. This PSU is modular . It delivers:
- 87 A on the 12V rail (1 rail(s))
- 20 A on the 5V rail
- 20 A on the 3.3V rail
Power Supply Performance
The Thermaltake Toughpower GF A3 1050W is classified as a very high power PSU, suitable for extreme gaming rigs and professional workstation setups. It is designed to support ultra high TDP CPUs and multiple high-end GPUs that demand high sustained power delivery and stability under full load.
This PSU achieves a high efficiency of 90% and carries a Gold certification. It balances cost and performance well and is a reliable choice for mainstream builds. The 10-year warranty reflects good long-term support.
This PSU offers moderate value, priced at $161.9 per kilowatt. It delivers decent performance and efficiency, making it a solid mid-range choice for most PC builds. It strikes a good balance between performance and cost, especially for builders prioritizing stability without overspending.
General Information
| Manufacturer | Thermaltake |
|---|---|
| Power Supply Name | Thermaltake Toughpower GF A3 1050W |
| Part Number | PS-TPD-1050FNFAGU-L |
| Current Price Amazon | $170 |
| Amazon Price Updated | 1 day, 1 hour ago. |
| Power Supply Available | True |
Specification
| Power Output | 1050 W |
|---|---|
| ATX Version / Form Factor | 3.0 / ATX |
| Certifications | 80 PLUS®Gold |
| Efficiency Rating | Gold |
| Modular / Fanless | True / False |
| Fan Size / Fan Stop | 120 mm / True |
| Dimensions | 150mm(W)x86mm(H)x140mm(D) |
| Warranty | 10 years |
Performance
| Input Voltage | 100-240 V |
|---|---|
| Number of 12 V Rails | 1 |
| Output 12V / 5V / 3.3V | 87 A / 20 A / 20 A |
| Maximum Efficiency | 90% |
| Price per kW | 161.9 USD/kW |
Thermaltake Toughpower GF A3 1050W Compared to Similar Performance PSUs
Power Supply Price / Performance Table
| Power_Supply (Desc) | Price (Desc) | Quality_&_Perf (Desc) | Q&P/Price (Desc) | USD/Kilowatt (Desc) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
$210
|
0.0%
|
81.0%
|
38.6%
|
210.0
210.0
|
|
|
$235
|
0.0%
|
81.0%
|
34.5%
|
235.0
235.0
|
|
|
$218
|
0.0%
|
81.0%
|
37.1%
|
218.0
218.0
|
|
|
$520
|
↓
-5.5%
|
81.0%
|
15.6%
|
520.0
520.0
|
|
|
$214
|
↓
-1.1%
|
80.9%
|
37.8%
|
203.6
203.6
|
|
|
$170
|
0.0%
|
80.9%
|
47.6%
|
161.9
161.9
|
|
|
$100
|
0.0%
|
80.6%
|
80.6%
|
100.0
100.0
|
|
|
$100
|
0.0%
|
80.6%
|
80.6%
|
100.0
100.0
|
|
|
$160
|
0.0%
|
80.4%
|
50.3%
|
213.3
213.3
|
PSU Comparison and Detail Specifications Table
| Specification | Perf Chart | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price |
$210❗
0.0%
|
$235
0.0%
|
$218
0.0%
|
$520
↓
-5.5%
|
$214❗
↓
-1.1%
|
$170
0.0%
|
$100
0.0%
|
$100
0.0%
|
$160
0.0%
|
| Price per kW | 210.0 USD/kW | 235.0 USD/kW | 218.0 USD/kW | 520.0 USD/kW | 203.6 USD/kW | 161.9 USD/kW | 100.0 USD/kW | 100.0 USD/kW | 213.3 USD/kW |
| Manufacturer | Lian Li | Corsair | ASUS | be quiet! | Cooler Master | Thermaltake | be quiet! | be quiet! | Seasonic |
| Wattage | 1000 W | 1000 W | 1000 W | 1000 W | 1050 W | 1050 W | 1000 W | 1000 W | 750 W |
| Ver. / FF | 3.1 / ATX | 3.0 / ATX | 3.1 / ATX | 3.1 / ATX | 3.0 / ATX | 3.0 / ATX | 3.1 / ATX | 3.1 / ATX | 3.0 / ATX |
| Efficiency | Platinum (93%) | Platinum (93%) | Platinum (93%) | Platinum (93%) | Gold (90%) | Gold (90%) | Gold (92%) | Gold (92%) | Gold (90%) |
| 12V Rails | 1 / 83 A | 1 / 83 A | 1 / 83 A | 1 / 83 A | 1 / 87 A | 1 / 87 A | 2 / 42 A | 1 / 83 A | 1 / 62 A |
| 12V/5V/3.3V | 83 A / 20 A / 20 A | 83 A / 25 A / 25 A | 83 A / 25 A / 25 A | 83 A / 25 A / 25 A | 87 A / 20 A / 20 A | 87 A / 20 A / 20 A | 88 A / 22 A / 22 A | 83 A / 22 A / 22 A | 62 A / 20 A / 20 A |
| Fan Size | 120 mm | 140 mm | 135 mm | 135 mm | 140 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm | 135 mm |
| Modular | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Fan Stop | ❌ | ✔️ | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | ✔️ |
| Fanless | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ |
| Dimensions | (D)182 mm x (W)86 mm x (H)150 mm | 180mm(L) x 150mm(W) x 86mm(H) | 160 x 150 x 86 mm | 160 x 150 x 86 mm | 180 x 150 x 86 mm | 150mm(W)x86mm(H)x140mm(D) | 160 x 150 x 86 | 160 x 86 x 150 | 160 × 150 × 86 mm |
| Warranty | 10 years | 10 years | 10 years | 10 years | 10 years | 10 years | 10 years | 10 years | 12 years |
Power Supply Specification Table
| Power_Supply (Desc) | Wattage (Desc) | ATX Ver / FF / Modular | Efficiency | 12V Rails / Amp | Output 12V/5V/3.3V | Warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1000 W | 3.1 / ATX / True | Platinum, 93% | 1 / 83.30 A | 83 A / 20 A / 20 A | 10 years | |
| 1000 W | 3.0 / ATX / True | Platinum, 93% | 1 / 83.00 A | 83 A / 25 A / 25 A | 10 years | |
| 1000 W | 3.1 / ATX / True | Platinum, 93% | 1 / 83.30 A | 83 A / 25 A / 25 A | 10 years | |
| 1000 W | 3.1 / ATX / True | Platinum, 93% | 1 / 83.30 A | 83 A / 25 A / 25 A | 10 years | |
| 1050 W | 3.0 / ATX / True | Gold, 90% | 1 / 87.00 A | 87 A / 20 A / 20 A | 10 years | |
| 1050 W | 3.0 / ATX / True | Gold, 90% | 1 / 87.00 A | 87 A / 20 A / 20 A | 10 years | |
| 1000 W | 3.1 / ATX / True | Gold, 92% | 2 / 42.00 A | 88 A / 22 A / 22 A | 10 years | |
| 1000 W | 3.1 / ATX / True | Gold, 92% | 1 / 83.00 A | 83 A / 22 A / 22 A | 10 years | |
| 750 W | 3.0 / ATX / True | Gold, 90% | 1 / 62.00 A | 62 A / 20 A / 20 A | 12 years |
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