be quiet! apart from the PC cases is also very well known for its power supplies series. Releasing a new budget power supply is always welcomed and the new Pure Power 12 series is an improvement from the older Pure Power 12M series that were released as the first graphics cards with the new 12VHPWR connector hit the market. Since new standards have emerged (ATX 3.1), be quiet! updates the Pure Power 12 series with fixed cables and compliance with the updated ATX 3.1 specification

ATX stands for Advanced Technology Extended and is a design guide that includes specifications for PC cases, power supply units, motherboards, and more. Intel has published this guide since 1996. Version 3.0 of the PSU guide was released in February 2022 and describes the requirements for power supplies to meet the new specifications defined by
PCI Express 5.0. This was the first major update in many years. The latest version, 3.1, was released in September 2023 and implements several fixes and refinements to the specification.

The main reason for the update from 3.0 to 3.1 is the new connector design, which makes it much safer to use. Some 12VHPWR connectors tended to become partially dislodged from the GPU or PSU power socket. In some cases, this resulted in uneven load distribution across the current-carrying pins and higher-than-expected heat. The newly introduced connector is called 12V-2x6 and is marked with “H++” on the side of the connector. The notable improvement is that its sense pins are shorter, which helps to disconnect the power when the connection comes loose. At the same time, the 12 conductor terminals are slightly longer, reducing the risk of losing connection. The new connector is 100% compatible with the old terminals. The new version also includes several minor changes related to test methodology, hold-up times, and clarifications. The most significant one, however, is the updated 12V2x6 connector.

Thanks to the new design and LLC topology, the PSU achieves a solid 80 PLUS® Gold certification. It features one 12V-2x6 cable with a rating of up to 600W for the high-wattage 1000W, 850W, and 750W models. The model with 650W is rated at 450W and Pure Power 12 550W features a 300W-cable. To ensure compatibility with current- and previous-generation graphics cards, cables with up to 3 PCIe 6+2 connectors (1000W, 850W, and 750W: 3 connectors, 650W, and 550W: 2 connectors) are also included in the scope of delivery.

Pure Power 12 can handle power excursions up to double its rated power with ease and is future-proof for next-gen devices. An exceptionally silent and temperature-controlled 120mm be quiet! fan is tuned to strike the best balance between effective cooling and quiet operation. Its airflow-optimized fan blades reduce turbulence, allowing for best-in-class operation with excellent airflow. The Pure Power 12 series is available with 1000, 850, 750, 650, and 550 watts and comes with a 10-year warranty without geographical restrictions.

Pure Power 12 comes in 1000 W, 850 W, 750 W, 650 W and 550 W with the following retail prices and a 10-year manufacturer's warranty.

• Pure Power 12 1000 W: $134.90 / €134.90 / £119.99
• Pure Power 12 850 W: $114.90 / €114.90 / £99.99
• Pure Power 12 750 W: $104.90 / €104.90 / £89.99
• Pure Power 12 650 W: $89.90 / €89.90 / £79.99
• Pure Power 12 550 W: $79.90 / €79.90 / £69.99

- Features

• 80 PLUS® Gold efficiency (up to 92.8%) 
• ATX 3.1 PSU with full support for PCIe 5.1 GPUs and GPUs with 6+2 pin connectors
• Exceptionally silent 120mm be quiet! fan
• Advanced stability and voltage regulation thanks to LLC technology
• One massive high-performance 12V-rail
• One PCIe 5.1 12V-2x6 600W and 3 PCIe 6+2 connectors for overclocked high-end GPUs  
• 10-year manufacturer’s warranty

80 PLUS® GOLD CERTIFIED

Pure Power 12 750W is certified 80 PLUS Gold with an outstanding efficiency rating of up to 92.8%. The most compelling benefit: lower power consumption, consequently lower costs, and above all a cooler as well as quieter operation. Pure Power 12 750W is always the correct choice for quiet systems and gaming PCs!

FUTURE-PROOF YOUR SYSTEM

Pure Power 12 750W is an ATX 3.1 PSU and comes with both native integration of the 12V-2x6 connector for next-generation PCIe 5.1 graphics cards, and 3 PCIe 6+2-pin connectors for support of current-gen GPUs. This makes the PSU extremely versatile and the perfect choice for powerful systems of today and the ones to come.

THE NEW STANDARD OF POWER

Pure Power 12 offers 750W of continuous power with one massive 12V rail. Even if the graphics card demands excessive power for a short time: Pure Power 12 750W handles power excursions up to double its rated power with ease. This ensures reliable operation with the next generation of processors and graphics cards.

EXCEPTIONALLY SILENT OPERATION

The exceptionally silent 120mm be quiet! fan is temperature-controlled to strike the best balance between effective cooling and quietness. Airflow-optimized fan blades reduce turbulence, enabling best-in-class quiet functionality.

HIGH-CLASS TECHNOLOGIES

With its LLC topology Pure Power 12 750W provides best-in-class voltage regulation and efficiency. That makes it perfect for building very quiet systems or upgrading gaming and media creation PCs.

HIGH-QUALITY CABLES

Pure Power 12 750W is certainly an eye-catcher. Motherboard and 12V-2x6 cables are finished with high quality black sleeves. The remaining premium black flat cables simplify installation and keep the system tidy. This results in increased airflow and improved cooling.

- Full Specifications