XFX Pro Series Black Edition Modular 1250W

Overview

TechSpot Metascore

Based on 7 expert reviews

Excellent:

7
Good:

0
Average:

0
Bad:

0

Pros:

Excellent voltage regulation.
All Japanese capacitors.
Fully modular.

Cons:

Didn't hit 87% efficiency (80 Plus Gold) at full load.
Marketing overload and a lot of incorrect information all over the box.

TechSpot is supported by its audience. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more.

Last revision on July 31, 2014

Reviewers Liked

Excellent voltage regulation
All Japanese capacitors
Fully modular
Fluid dynamic bearing fan with Hybrid mode switch
Delivered full power at 50°C
High efficiency over normal load range
Tight voltage regulation
Excellent ripple/noise suppression
Exclusive use of Japan made caps
Top notch workmanship
Fully modular cabling design

Reviewers Didn't Like

Didn't hit 87% efficiency (80 Plus Gold) at full load
Marketing overload and a lot of incorrect information all over the box
Noisy fan at full speed
3.3V rail deviation at second Advanced Transient Response test
Cannot use two EPS and the eight PCIe connectors at the same time

Expert reviews and ratings

Black Edition has the power, but it’s very...

By Atomic MPC on February 01, 2012

By JonnyGuru on January 23, 2012

In today's review I had the chance to test another excellent PSU made by Seasonic and sold under the XFX brand. Apparently XFX made a very wise move to trust all of their PSU products to Seasonic and the ProSeries 1250W is a solid proof of this. The...

By techPowerUp! on January 20, 2012

Shahenshah? Though often homogeneous on the outside, power-supply units (PSUs) are amongst the most diverse PC products when evaluated from the inside. There's no absolutely right way to manufacture a supply, and each company that plies its trade in...

By HEXUS.net on December 14, 2011

Today we are looking at the new flagship power supply from XFX – the new Pro 1250W Black Edition. This power supply is aimed at the highest level of enthusiast user who might be using a high end SLI or CrossfireX system. It ships with 80 Plus Gold...

By Kitguru.net on November 22, 2011

With the 1250w Black Edition Fully Modular XFX have created a PSU which stands out from the rest of the market thanks to its distinctive styling. For the most part, it scores very well on the design and build quality front.Inside we get a great...

By HardwareHeaven on January 01, 2006

Mit der neuen „Black Edition Gold“ liefert XFX eine potente sowie technische einwandfreie Netzteilserie ab. Unser Testmuster überzeugt durch eine enorme Leistung, ausgereifte Technik, hochwertige Verarbeitungsqualität und...

By Gamezoom.net on April 19, 2012