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Caldera PW-1996 Pro 1000W 80 PLUS Gold ATX 3.1 Power Supply

Power Supplies · Caldera · SKU PW1996-PRO · Released 2026 · Updated 2026-10-25

Key facts

Benchmark index1,647 (Power Supplies scale)
Category rank#47,726
Street price$119
Power1000 W (rated)
Performance per dollar13.84
Released2026

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera PW-1996 Pro
Rated output1,000 W continuous
Efficiency80 PLUS Gold (90% at 50% load, 115 V)
StandardATX 3.1 / PCIe CEM 5.1
GPU power1× 12V-2x6 (600 W)
PCIe 8-pin3×
Form factorATX
ModularityFully modular
Fan120 mm fluid dynamic bearing, zero-RPM mode
Hold-up time≥ 17 ms
ProtectionsOCP, OVP, UVP, OPP, OTP, SCP
Warranty10 years

Related guides

80 PLUS Efficiency Ratings ExplainedATX 3.1 Power Supplies and the 12V-2x6 Connector

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