Cooler Master

Cooler Master XG850 Plus 850W Platinum ARGB Power Supply

Name: Cooler Master XG850 Plus 850W Platinum ARGB Power Supply
Brand: Cooler Master
SKU: MPG-8501-AFBAP-XUS

850W80 PLUS Platinum

Achieve Peak Power Performance with Cooler Master XG850 Plus Platinum The Cooler Master XG850 Plus Platinum power supply is engineered for high-end performance and reliability. With 80+ Platinum certification, full modular cabling, and a silent ARGB fan, it delivers efficient power and quiet oper...

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Overview

Achieve Peak Power Performance with Cooler Master XG850 Plus Platinum

The Cooler Master XG850 Plus Platinum power supply is engineered for high-end performance and reliability. With 80+ Platinum certification, full modular cabling, and a silent ARGB fan, it delivers efficient power and quiet operation for demanding systems.

Specifications:

Wattage: 850W
Efficiency: 80+ Platinum Certified
Fan: ARGB 135mm Silent Fan
Design: Fully Modular
Capacitors: 100% Japanese Capacitors
Standard: Intel ATX 12V Ver 2.53
Display: Built-in Information Display Panel

Key Features

In-House Platform Design: This is Cooler Master's first in-house designed PSU platform, built for high-end performance with reduced temperature requirements.

ARGB Fans with Digital Side Panel: The XG Plus Platinum ARGB fan with digital display panel can monitor real time performance data, showing fan speed, temperature, power load, and customized ARGB lighting.

80 PLUS Platinum Certified: This certification guarantees a minimum typical efficiency of 92% under normal operating conditions.

Quiet 135mm Fan: The fluid dynamic fan bearing creates less friction, making it great for low RPM operations while delivering quiet cooling performance.

10 Years Warranty : 10-year warranty for core operating products, 3-year warranty for ARGB LED. This unit comes with a standard limited manufacturing warranty from the date of purchase.

Smart Thermal Control Mode : The fan will remain inactive until the unit has reached 50% load, delivering silent operation during normal use.

Specifications

Wattage

850W

Efficiency Certification

80 PLUS Platinum

Fan Size

135mm

Fan Bearing Type

Fluid Dynamic Bearing

Fan Control

Smart Thermal Control Mode with Hybrid Switch

Fan Activation Threshold

50% Load (in hybrid mode)

Platform Design

Cooler Master In-House

Lighting

ARGB

Frequently Asked Questions

What efficiency rating does this power supply have?

This Cooler Master XG850 Plus power supply is 80 PLUS Platinum Certified, guaranteeing a minimum typical efficiency of 92% under normal operating conditions.

How quiet is the fan on this power supply?

It features a quiet 135mm fan with a fluid dynamic bearing, designed for low RPM operations and silent cooling performance.

Does the fan run constantly, or does it have a silent mode?

The power supply has a Smart Thermal Control Mode with a Hybrid Switch, keeping the fan inactive until the unit reaches 50% load for silent operation during normal use.

What is unique about the design of this power supply?

This is Cooler Master's first in-house designed PSU platform, built for high-end performance with reduced temperature requirements.

Can I manually control the fan's hybrid mode?

Yes, there is a hardware-based hybrid switch that allows you to manually turn off the silent operation mode if preferred.

Strengths & Trade-offs

👍 Pros

Features Cooler Master's first in-house designed PSU platform, engineered for high-end performance with reduced temperature requirements.
Achieves an 80 PLUS Platinum certification, guaranteeing a minimum typical efficiency of 92% under normal operating conditions.
Equipped with a quiet 135mm fan, utilizing a fluid dynamic bearing for low RPM operations and silent cooling.
Incorporates a Smart Thermal Control Mode with a Hybrid Switch, keeping the fan inactive until 50% load for silent operation during normal use.
The hardware-based hybrid switch offers manual control to turn off the silent fan mode, allowing users to prioritize cooling or silence.

👎 Cons

The "in-house platform design" is a first for Cooler Master, which might mean a newer design with less long-term field testing data compared to established platforms.
While 80 PLUS Platinum certified, achieving 92% efficiency is a minimum typical standard, and real-world efficiency can vary slightly based on load and environmental conditions.
The fan remains inactive until 50% load, which while silent, means there's no active airflow through the unit until it reaches a moderate workload.
Specific details on the type and number of connectors are not provided, which is crucial information for system builders.
The ARGB lighting, while a visual feature, may not be relevant for users who prioritize function over aesthetics or who use cases without a clear view of the PSU.