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Caldera PW-1953 Max 1000W 80 PLUS Platinum ATX 3.1 Power Supply

Power Supplies · Caldera · SKU PW1953-MAX · Released 2026 · Updated 2026-10-22

Key facts

Benchmark index2,007 (Power Supplies scale)
Category rank#15,194
Street price$179
Power1000 W (rated)
Performance per dollar11.21
Released2026

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera PW-1953 Max
Rated output1,000 W continuous
Efficiency80 PLUS Platinum (92% 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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