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ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0 vs MSI MPG A1000G PCIE5: Comparison
ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0 and MSI MPG A1000G PCIE5 separate most on hold-up time: ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0 at 26.2 ms, MSI MPG A1000G PCIE5 at 17 ms, 35% in favour of ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0. PCIe 8-pin Connectors splits them by another 33%, this time favouring MSI MPG A1000G PCIE5. They match on 16 other specifications, including wattage, 80 plus rating and atx standard. On price, MSI MPG A1000G PCIE5 sits at $169.99 against $189.99 for ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | ASUS | MSI |
| Wattage | 1000 W | 1000 W |
| 80 PLUS Rating | Gold | Gold |
| ATX Standard | ATX 3.0 | ATX 3.0 |
| Form Factor | ATX | ATX |
| Single +12V Rail | Yes | Yes |
| Cybenetics Efficiency | Gold | Gold |
| Cybenetics Noise | A+ | A- |
| 12V-2x6 Connectors | 1 | 1 |
| Hold-Up Time | 26.2 ms | 17 ms-35% |
| Zero-RPM Mode | Yes | Yes |
| Sleeved Cables | No | No |
| PCIe 8-pin Connectors | 4-33% | 6 |
| Connector Count | 1x 24-pin ATX, 2x EPS 4+4, 1x PCIe 16-pin, 4x PCIe 6+2-pin, 5x SATA, 4x Molex | 1x 24-pin ATX, 2x EPS 4+4, 1x 16-pin PCIe 5.0 (600W), 6x PCIe 6+2-pin, 12x SATA, 4x Molex, 1x FDD |
| Fan Size | 135 mm | 135 mm |
| Fan Model / Bearing | 135mm double ball bearing (CF1325H12D), Axial-tech | Fluid Dynamic |
| OEM / Platform | CWT | CWT |
| EPS 8-pin Connectors | 2 | 2 |
| SATA Connectors | 5 | 12 |
| Molex Connectors | 4 | 4 |
| Cable Lengths | 24-pin 600mm, EPS 650mm, 16-pin 610mm, PCIe 610mm, SATA 400+120+120mm, Molex 400+150+150+150mm | 24-pin 600mm, EPS 650mm, 12V-2x6 600mm, PCIe 600mm, SATA 700mm |
| Length | 180 mm | 150 mm |
| Colour | Black | Black |
| MTBF | 120000 hours | 100000 hours-17% |
| Modularity | Fully Modular | Fully Modular |
| Protections | OPP, OVP, UVP, SCP, OCP, OTP | OCP, OVP, OPP, OTP, SCP, UVP |
| Warranty | 10 years | 10 years |
| Model | ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0 | MPG A1000G PCIE5 |
| Typical Price | $189.99 | $169.99 |
| Source URL | https://rog.asus.com/power-supply-units/rog-strix/rog-strix-1000g-aura-gaming-model/spec/ | https://www.msi.com/Power-Supply/MPG-A1000G-PCIE5/Specification |
Price comparison
| Retailer | ASUS ROG Strix 1000W Gold ATX3.0 | MSI MPG A1000G PCIE5 |
|---|---|---|
| Consumercarts listing | $189.99 View on Consumercarts listing | $169.99 View on Consumercarts listing |
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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.
MSI MPG A1000G PCIE5
8.2 / 10 Expert Rating
The MPG A1000G is the consumer sibling to MSI's server-oriented A1000GS, keeping Zero Frozr fan control and a native 12V-2x6 connector for gaming rigs that don't need the GS's extra hardening.
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