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be quiet! · 650 W · ATX

be quiet! Pure Power 12 650W

ATX 3.1 · 80 PLUS Gold · Fixed cables

Capability: 74
Cap / price: 72
Wattage value: 51
Amazon: $102

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Not currently available Updated May 1, 2026

Capability73.5

Capability / price72.2

Wattage value51.1

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be quiet! Pure Power 12 650W at a glance

The be quiet! Pure Power 12 650W is a 650 W ATX power supply built to the ATX 3.1 generation. Efficiency is listed as 80 PLUS Gold. Cables are fixed.

The calculated capability score is 73.5, averaging the available wattage, recorded efficiency percentage, and warranty inputs against fixed references. Listed warranty is 10 years. +12V output is 54 A.

Best fit: Mainstream gaming and productivity builds where efficiency and cable management matter.

Platform and cooling

Dimensions are listed as 160 x 86 x 150. Cooling fan size is 120 mm. The unit uses 1 +12V rail at up to 54.00 A per rail. Certifications include 80 PLUS Gold.

Current value

At $102, price per kilowatt is $156.65. Capability / price is 72.2 and wattage value is 51.1. 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! Pure Power 12 650W
Launch price: —
Amazon price: $102
Amazon availability: Not currently available
Price updated: May 1, 2026

Power & efficiency

Wattage: 650 W
Efficiency: 80 PLUS Gold
Recorded efficiency: 92%
Warranty: 10 years

Value

Amazon price: $102
Price / kW: $156.65
Capability: 73.5
Capability / price: 72.2
Wattage value: 51.1

Platform & size

ATX generation: 3.1
Form factor: ATX
Dimensions: 160 x 86 x 150
Modular: No
Fanless: No

Electrical

Input voltage: 100-240
+12V output: 54 A
+5V output: 20 A
+3.3V output: 20 A
+12V rails: 1
Max amps / rail: 54.00 A

Cooling & build

Fan size: 120 mm
Fan stop: No
Certifications: 80 PLUS Gold

Additional information

Also listed as: Pure Power 12 650W

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