Box & Bundle
I got an evaluation sample in a plain box, not the final one. The bundle includes a pouch for the modular cables, which is always welcome.
Product Photos
The exterior design is appealing, to my eyes at least, and thanks to the number of large perforations, airflow is increased. The modular panel has the same number of sockets as the 1000W model since both models share the same cable configuration.
Cables
| Modular Cables | ||||
| Description | Cable Count | Connector Count (Total) | Gauge | In Cable Capacitors |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ATX connector 20+4 pin (600mm) | 1 | 1 | 16-20AWG | No |
| 4+4 pin EPS12V (700mm) | 2 | 2 | 18AWG | No |
| 6+2 pin PCIe (700mm) | 4 | 4 | 16AWG | No |
| 12+2 pin PCIe (700mm) (600W) | 1 | 1 | 16-24AWG | No |
| SATA (600mm+150mm+150mm+150mm) | 3 | 12 | 18AWG | No |
| 4-pin Molex (600mm+150mm+150mm+150mm) | 1 | 4 | 18AWG | No |
| AC Power Cord (1410mm) – C13 coupler | 1 | 1 | 16AWG | – |
The cable configuration is the same as the 1000W Leadex VII model. There are enough cables, including four 6+2 pin PCIe, all on dedicated cables, and a single 12+2 pin PCIe set at 600W. The fact that it is 12+2 and not 12+4 should not trouble you because even in PSUs with 12+4 pins, the CARD_PWR_STABLE and the CARD_CBL_PRES# sense pins do not lead to corresponding circuits inside the PSU, so basically, are on air. Finally, the number of peripheral connectors is adequate, and the same applies to the distance between them.
Hey, is this PSU actually compatible with ATX 3.1? They say it is on their home page but the one the box it still says ATX 3.0
Yes. It is. Old marketing material.
Thank you 🙂
no case is included on the current release of this PSU. I think all PSU’s should come with a case/bag. Feels very cheap to see it in this review but not in the retail release.
Not a reason to avoid but something to note. The cables felt a lot less substantial than a msi 1000w unit I was pulling out (DOA unit being returned). The MSI MPG also had nice sleeved cables while this one had more standard ones with very poor QC on the rubber tape/band wrapped around the 12VHPWR. Glue was allowed to seep and dry from the tape and just made everything look sloppy. Not what someone wants to put in their 3-4k PC.
Hm will talk to Super Flower about the missing case.
I needed a high wattage PSU and decided to buy this on Newegg for 185 USD largely based on this review. Many of the 1000W PSU featured on this site was priced 140 USD and often more according to PCpartpickers, so it wasn’t that hard of decision to pay a little extra for this instead.
This is a very goood PSU and the price you got it is also good!
Hi Crmaris,
When will this psu be released in eu?
I cant find a good 1200 watt ATX 3.0 psu in europe.
Nothing comes close to this cpu as far as i know. What should i do or buy tom come close to this psu? Im lost. Biggest factor for me is noise and coilwhine.
Kind regards,
Sam
Casecom used to import SF PSUs in Europe. You could send them an email to check.
For a 4090 build do you recommend this or the 1000w version?
It depends on the CPU that you will use. If you go for a power-hungry CPU, I suggest the 1300W for extra headroom.
When will the 1300W version be released?
Yes, but I don’t have a schedule from SF on this.
Why does it say 12VHPWR connector support but i cant see anyone on the pictures?
It uses 2x 8 pin on the modular panel for the 12VHPWR, which is safer.