80 Plus Certification
pcA certification indicating power supply units maintain high energy efficiency at various loads.
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The 80 Plus Certification ensures that a power supply unit (PSU) operates at a minimum efficiency of 80% or greater at 20%, 50%, and 100% of rated load, reducing wasted electrical energy and associated heat output. This certification is critical in contexts where efficient energy use is prioritized to reduce operational costs and environmental impact, such as in data centers and high-performance personal computing setups.
examples
The Corsair RM850x is an example of a PSU that has achieved the 80 Plus Gold certification, demonstrating an efficiency of 90% at 50% load.
This PSU is used in gaming PCs and workstations where energy efficiency and reduced thermal output are highly valued for performance and longevity.
The Seasonic PRIME Titanium 850W PSU is rated with the 80 Plus Titanium certification, exhibiting 94% efficiency under 50% load.
Typically utilized in environments where maximum efficiency is a priority, such as in enterprise servers or energy-conscious personal computers.