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be quiet! · 1500 W · ATX

be quiet! Straight Power 12 1500W

ATX 3.1 · 80 PLUS Platinum · Modular

Capability: 91
Cap / price: 33
Wattage value: 43
Amazon: $278

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Not currently available Updated Feb 23, 2026

Capability91.1

Capability / price32.8

Wattage value43.2

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be quiet! Straight Power 12 1500W at a glance

The be quiet! Straight Power 12 1500W is a 1500 W ATX power supply built to the ATX 3.1 generation. Efficiency is listed as 80 PLUS Platinum. Cables are modular.

The calculated capability score is 91.1, averaging the available wattage, recorded efficiency percentage, and warranty inputs against fixed references. Listed warranty is 10 years. +12V output is 125 A.

Best fit: Systems whose component power budget calls for a supply rated at 1000 W or more.

Platform and cooling

Dimensions are listed as 180 x 150 x 86 mm. Cooling fan size is 135 mm. The unit uses 1 +12V rail at up to 125.00 A per rail. Certifications include 80 PLUS® Platinum.

Current value

At $278, price per kilowatt is $185.33. Capability / price is 32.8 and wattage value is 43.2. Compare nearby supplies below; wattage alone does not determine value.

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Full specifications

Wattage, efficiency, platform size, electrical outputs, connectors, cooling, and value in one technical sheet.

General

Manufacturer: be quiet!
PSU: be quiet! Straight Power 12 1500W
Launch price: —
Amazon price: $278
Amazon availability: Not currently available
Price updated: Feb 23, 2026

Power & efficiency

Wattage: 1500 W
Efficiency: 80 PLUS Platinum
Recorded efficiency: 93%
Warranty: 10 years

Value

Amazon price: $278
Price / kW: $185.33
Capability: 91.1
Capability / price: 32.8
Wattage value: 43.2

Platform & size

ATX generation: 3.1
Form factor: ATX
Dimensions: 180 x 150 x 86 mm
Modular: Yes
Fanless: No

Electrical

Input voltage: 100-240
+12V output: 125 A
+5V output: 25 A
+3.3V output: 25 A
+12V rails: 1
Max amps / rail: 125.00 A

Cooling & build

Fan size: 135 mm
Fan stop: No
Certifications: 80 PLUS® Platinum

Additional information

Also listed as: Straight Power 12 1500W

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