Hardware Spec Index

Caldera PW-8543 Max 1300W 80 PLUS Platinum ATX 3.1 Power Supply

Power Supplies · Caldera · SKU PW8543-MAX · Released 2026 · Updated 2026-10-24

Key facts

Benchmark index2,648 (Power Supplies scale)
Category rank#1,686
Street price$389
Power1300 W (rated)
Performance per dollar6.81
Released2026

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera PW-8543 Max
Rated output1,300 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-pin4×
Form factorATX
ModularityFully modular
Fan135 mm fluid dynamic bearing, zero-RPM mode
Hold-up time≥ 17 ms
ProtectionsOCP, OVP, UVP, OPP, OTP, SCP
Warranty12 years

Related guides

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

Similar Power Supplies

ModelBenchmarkPriceCompare
Vantrel PW-1835 Max 850W 80 PLUS Gold ATX Power Supply1,646$119Compare
Novexa PW-6682 Pro 1000W 80 PLUS Gold ATX 3.1 Power Supply1,618$139Compare
Novexa PW-7578 Pro 850W 80 PLUS Gold ATX Power Supply1,587$109Compare
Vantrel PW-2635 Prime 1300W 80 PLUS Platinum ATX 3.1 Power Supply2,467$269Compare
Zephyra PW-3333 SE 550W 80 PLUS Bronze ATX 3.1 Power Supply954$49Compare
Zephyra PW-9102 Plus 1600W 80 PLUS Platinum ATX 3.0 Power Supply2,980$369Compare

All Power Supplies · JSON

Cite this page: Hardware Spec Index, “Caldera PW-8543 Max 1300W 80 PLUS Platinum ATX 3.1 Power Supply”, https://vextor7.com/item/791275 (accessed 2026-10-24).