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ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0 vs Corsair CX650M: Comparison
ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0 vs Corsair CX650M wattage compared
The gap that matters here is wattage: ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0 1000 W against Corsair CX650M 650 W, which puts ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0 35% ahead. ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0 also leads on warranty, 10 years on the ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0 versus 5 years on the Corsair CX650M. ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0 also leads on pcie 8-pin connectors, 4 on the ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0 versus 2 on the Corsair CX650M. Add mtbf to that, 120000 hours on the ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0 versus 100000 hours on the Corsair CX650M, and the pattern holds.
Who each one is for
Buy the ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0 for high-end single-GPU gaming builds (RTX 4080/4090-class cards) and builders who want Gold-tier efficiency with future GPU upgrade headroom, though it is not built for budget builds where a 550-650W unit would be sufficient and extreme dual-GPU or workstation rigs needing 1200W+. The Corsair CX650M is the one to take for builders targeting a mainstream single-GPU gaming build and anyone who wants semi-modular cabling with standard PCIe connectors, though it is not the pick for builds needing more than 650W of continuous headroom and buyers who need the smallest possible SFX/SFX-L footprint.
Which is cheaper, ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0 or Corsair CX650M?
The ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0 asks 171% more, $190 against $69.99 for the Corsair CX650M.
Frequently asked questions
Do the ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0 and Corsair CX650M differ on modularity?
Yes. Modularity reads Fully Modular on the ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0 versus Semi-Modular on the Corsair CX650M.
Is the Form Factor the same on the ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0 and Corsair CX650M?
It is. Both are listed at ATX, so it is not a reason to pick one over the other.
Which is cheaper, ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0 or Corsair CX650M?
The ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0 asks 171% more, $190 against $69.99 for the Corsair CX650M.
Specs and benchmarks
Brand
- ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0
- ASUS
- Corsair CX650M
- Corsair
Wattage
- ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0
- 1000 WBest
- Corsair CX650M
- 650 W-35%
80 PLUS Rating
- ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0
- Gold
- Corsair CX650M
- Bronze
Model Number
- ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0
- ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0
- Corsair CX650M
- CX650M
ATX Standard
- ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0
- ATX 3.0
- Corsair CX650M
- ATX 2.x
Form Factor
- ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0
- ATX
- Corsair CX650M
- ATX
+12V Rail Amperage
- ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0
- 83.3 A
- Corsair CX650M
- 54 A
Single +12V Rail
- ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0
- Yes
- Corsair CX650M
- Yes
Cybenetics Efficiency
- ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0
- Gold
- Corsair CX650M
- Silver
Cybenetics Noise
- ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0
- A+
- Corsair CX650M
- Standard++
12V-2x6 Connectors
- ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0
- 1
- Corsair CX650M
- 0
Zero-RPM Mode
- ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0
- Yes
- Corsair CX650M
- No
Sleeved Cables
- ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0
- No
- Corsair CX650M
- No
Measured Avg Efficiency
- ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0
- 88.53 %Best
- Corsair CX650M
- 85.65 %
PCIe 8-pin Connectors
- ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0
- 4
- Corsair CX650M
- 2-50%
Measured Average Noise
- ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0
- 16.95 dBABest
- Corsair CX650M
- 33.39 dBA
Connector Count
- ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0
- 1x 24-pin ATX, 2x EPS 4+4, 1x PCIe 16-pin, 4x PCIe 6+2-pin, 5x SATA, 4x Molex
- Corsair CX650M
- 1x 24-pin ATX (fixed), 2x EPS 4+4 (1 fixed, 1 modular), 2x PCIe 6+2-pin, 6x SATA, 4x Molex
Fan Size
- ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0
- 135 mm
- Corsair CX650M
- 120 mm
Fan Model / Bearing
- ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0
- 135mm double ball bearing (CF1325H12D), Axial-tech
- Corsair CX650M
- 120mm rifle bearing (HA1225H12F-Z)
OEM / Platform
- ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0
- CWT
- Corsair CX650M
- CWT
Japanese Capacitors
- ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0
- Yes
- Corsair CX650M
- Yes
EPS 8-pin Connectors
- ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0
- 2
- Corsair CX650M
- 2
SATA Connectors
- ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0
- 5
- Corsair CX650M
- 6
Molex Connectors
- ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0
- 4
- Corsair CX650M
- 4
Length
- ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0
- 180 mm
- Corsair CX650M
- 140 mm
Colour
- ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0
- Black
- Corsair CX650M
- Black
Fan Bearing
- ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0
- Ball
- Corsair CX650M
- Rifle
MTBF
- ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0
- 120000 hours
- Corsair CX650M
- 100000 hours-17%
Modularity
- ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0
- Fully Modular
- Corsair CX650M
- Semi-Modular
Protections
- ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0
- OPP, OVP, UVP, SCP, OCP, OTP
- Corsair CX650M
- OCP, OVP, OPP, SCP, OTP
Price
- ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0
- 189.99 USD
- Corsair CX650M
- 69.99 USD
Warranty
- ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0
- 10 yearsBest
- Corsair CX650M
- 5 years-50%
Which one should you pick?
Choose ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0 if you want the higher wattage (1000 W vs 650 W), the higher PCIe 8-pin connectors (4 vs 2) and the higher MTBF (120000 hours vs 100000 hours).
Choose Corsair CX650M if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.
Price comparison
| Retailer | ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0 | Corsair CX650M |
|---|---|---|
| Consumercarts listing | $189.99 View on Consumercarts listing | |
| Newegg | $69.99 View on Newegg |
Disclaimer: The price and specification of the given product may differ from the actual product. Please confirm on the retailer's website before buying.
Verdict
ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0
8.2 / 10 Expert Rating
ASUS extends the Strix Gold ATX3.0 line to 1000W here, keeping the Aura Sync-lit fan shroud and Axial-tech blades from the 850W model while adding headroom for a higher-end GPU.
Corsair CX650M
7 / 10 Expert Rating
A solid 650W Bronze-rated ATX unit for a mainstream single-GPU gaming build, held back only by the usual mid-tier compromises on cabling and OEM sourcing.