Corsair HX1500i
Corsair HX1500i Specifications
The Corsair HX1500i by Corsair is a power supply unit that provides 1500 watts of power output. This unit follows the 3.0 standard and comes in a ATX size. It is certified with 80 PLUS® Platinum and rated at Platinum efficiency, reaching a peak efficiency of 93%. It features a 140 mm cooling fan with fan stop support, and is actively cooled. This PSU is modular . It delivers:
- 125 A on the 12V rail (1 rail(s))
- 25 A on the 5V rail
- 25 A on the 3.3V rail
Corsair HX1500i Performance Review
The Corsair HX1500i 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 provides a very high efficiency of 93%, rated as Platinum. It offers superior energy conversion and lower heat output, making it ideal for performance systems. The included 10-year warranty suggests strong build quality and long-term reliability.
From a cost-efficiency standpoint, this PSU offers low value, with a high cost of $259.3 per kilowatt. However, it compensates with high performance and top-tier efficiency, which justifies the premium for users seeking maximum reliability and power delivery. Enthusiast builders and professionals may still find it worthwhile despite the cost.
Power Supply Information
Manufacturer: Corsair
Power Supply Name: Corsair HX1500i
Current Price Amazon: $389
Amazon Price Updated: 1 day, 9 hours ago.
Power Supply Available: True
Power Output: 1500 W
ATX Version / Form Factor: 3.0 / ATX
Certifications: 80 PLUS® Platinum
Efficiency Rating: Platinum
Modular / Fanless: True / False
Fan Size / Fan Stop: 140 mm / True
Dimensions: 200mm(L) x 150mm(W) x 86mm(H)
Warranty: 10 years
Input Voltage: 100-240 V
Performance
Number of 12 V Rails: 1
Output 12 V / 5 V / 3.3 V: 125 A / 25 A / 25 A
Maximum Efficiency: 93%
Calculated Performance
Performance: 91.1%
Performance per Price: 23.4%
Price per kW: 259.3 USD/kW
Corsair HX1500i 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
$519
|
0.0%
|
92.9%
|
17.9%
|
399.2
|
|
|
$388❗
|
↓
-3.7%
|
92.2%
|
23.8%
|
298.5
|
|
|
$229
|
0.0%
|
91.5%
|
39.9%
|
269.4
|
|
|
$389
|
0.0%
|
91.1%
|
23.4%
|
259.3
|
|
|
$369❗
|
0.0%
|
91.1%
|
24.7%
|
246.0
|
|
|
$319
|
0.0%
|
90.2%
|
28.3%
|
265.8
|
|
|
$238
|
0.0%
|
89.5%
|
37.6%
|
198.3
|
|
|
$199
|
0.0%
|
87.0%
|
43.7%
|
147.4
|
|
|
$279
|
↓
-2.1%
|
86.2%
|
30.9%
|
279.0
|
Power Supply Specification Table
| Power_Supply (Desc) | Wattage (Desc) | ATX Ver / FF / Modular | Efficiency | 12V Rails / Amp | Output 12V/5V/3.3V | Warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seasonic Prime TX-1300 | 1300 W | 3.1 / ATX / True | Titanium, 94% | 1 / 108.00 A | 108 A / 25 A / 25 A | 12 years |
| MSI MEG Ai1300P | 1300 W | 3.1 / ATX / True | Platinum, 92% | 1 / 103.00 A | 103 A / 25 A / 25 A | 12 years |
| Cooler Master X Silent Edge Platinum 85… | 850 W | 3.1 / ATX / True | Platinum, 92% | 1 / 71.00 A | 71 A / 20 A / 20 A | 15 years |
| Corsair HX1500i | 1500 W | 3.0 / ATX / True | Platinum, 93% | 1 / 125.00 A | 125 A / 25 A / 25 A | 10 years |
| NZXT C1500 Platinum ATX 3.1 | 1500 W | 3.1 / ATX / True | Platinum, 93% | 1 / 125.00 A | 125 A / 22 A / 22 A | 10 years |
| Seasonic Vertex PX-1200 | 1200 W | 3.0 / ATX / True | Platinum, 92% | 1 / 100.00 A | 100 A / 25 A / 25 A | 12 years |
| Seasonic VERTEX GX-1200 | 1200 W | 3.0 / ATX / True | Gold, 90% | 1 / 100.00 A | 100 A / 25 A / 25 A | 12 years |
| Thermaltake Toughpower GF3 1350W | 1350 W | 3.0 / ATX / True | Gold, 90% | 1 / 112.00 A | 112 A / 24 A / 24 A | 10 years |
| Seasonic Vertex PX-1000 | 1000 W | 3.0 / ATX / True | Platinum, 92% | 1 / 83.00 A | 83 A / 25 A / 25 A | 12 years |