Seasonic Prime TX-1600
Seasonic Prime TX-1600 Specifications
The Seasonic Prime TX-1600 by Seasonic is a power supply unit that provides 1600 watts of power output. This unit follows the 3.1 standard and comes in a ATX size. It is certified with 80PLUS®Titanium and rated at Titanium efficiency, reaching a peak efficiency of 94%. It features a 135 mm cooling fan with fan stop support, and is actively cooled. This PSU is modular . It delivers:
- 133 A on the 12V rail (1 rail(s))
- 25 A on the 5V rail
- 25 A on the 3.3V rail
Seasonic Prime TX-1600 Performance Review
The Seasonic Prime TX-1600 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 power supply offers an exceptionally high efficiency of 94%, rated as Titanium. Such a high efficiency level indicates premium build quality, minimal energy loss, and excellent power regulation. It is typically found in top-tier PC builds designed for enthusiasts and professionals seeking the best possible performance. The 12-year warranty further reflects the manufacturer's confidence in its durability and reliability.
From a cost-efficiency standpoint, this PSU offers low value, with a high cost of $355.6 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: Seasonic
Power Supply Name: Seasonic Prime TX-1600
Current Price Amazon: $569
Amazon Price Updated: 1 day, 9 hours ago.
Power Supply Available: True
Power Output: 1600 W
ATX Version / Form Factor: 3.1 / ATX
Certifications: 80PLUS®Titanium
Efficiency Rating: Titanium
Modular / Fanless: True / False
Fan Size / Fan Stop: 135 mm / True
Dimensions: 210 × 150 × 86 mm
Warranty: 12 years
Input Voltage: 100-240 V
Performance
Number of 12 V Rails: 1
Output 12 V / 5 V / 3.3 V: 133 A / 25 A / 25 A
Maximum Efficiency: 94%
Calculated Performance
Performance: 99.0%
Performance per Price: 17.4%
Price per kW: 355.6 USD/kW
Seasonic Prime TX-1600 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
$569
|
0.0%
|
99.0%
|
17.4%
|
355.6
|
|
|
$694
|
↓
-0.1%
|
99.0%
|
14.3%
|
433.8
|
|
|
$309
|
0.0%
|
98.6%
|
31.9%
|
193.1
|
|
|
$475❗
|
↑
5.8%
|
98.3%
|
20.7%
|
296.9
|
|
|
$299❗
|
↑
1.4%
|
93.0%
|
31.1%
|
181.2
|
|
|
$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
|
|
|
$369❗
|
0.0%
|
91.1%
|
24.7%
|
246.0
|
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-1600 | 1600 W | 3.1 / ATX / True | Titanium, 94% | 1 / 133.00 A | 133 A / 25 A / 25 A | 12 years |
| MSI MEG Ai1600T | 1600 W | 3.1 / ATX / True | Titanium, 94% | 1 / 133.00 A | 133 A / 22 A / 22 A | 12 years |
| Cooler Master V Platinum 1600 V2 | 1600 W | 3.1 / ATX / True | Platinum, 93% | 1 / 133.00 A | 133 A / 20 A / 20 A | 12 years |
| Seasonic PRIME PX-1600 | 1600 W | 3.1 / ATX / True | Platinum, 92% | 1 / 133.00 A | 133 A / 25 A / 25 A | 12 years |
| Thermaltake Toughpower GF3 1650W | 1650 W | 3.0 / ATX / True | Gold, 90% | 1 / 137.00 A | 137 A / 25 A / 25 A | 10 years |
| 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 |
| 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 |