be quiet! Dark Power Pro 13 1000W vs Seasonic PRIME TX-1000
Efficiency, ATX compliance, 12V-2x6 support, Cybenetics rating, and 5-year total cost of ownership.
| Spec | be quiet! Dark Power Pro 13 1000W | Seasonic PRIME TX-1000 |
|---|---|---|
| Wattage | 1000W | 1000W |
| Efficiency Tier | titanium | titanium |
| ATX Version | ATX 3.1 | ATX 3.1 |
| 12V-2x6 (RTX 5090 safe) | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Modular | full | full |
| Cybenetics Rating | ETA-A++ | ETA-A++ |
| MSRP | $349 | $329 |
| Est. Annual Electricity Cost | $238/yr | $238/yr |
| 5-Year Total Cost (TCO) | $1539 | $1519 |
5-Year Total Cost of Ownership
Assuming 500W average draw, 8 hours/day gaming, and $0.15/kWh electricity:
Seasonic PRIME TX-1000 costs ~$1519 over 5 years (purchase + electricity), saving approximately $20 compared to be quiet! Dark Power Pro 13 1000W.
Note: be quiet! Dark Power Pro 13 1000W has higher efficiency but higher upfront cost. The TCO crossover depends on your electricity rate and usage.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is more efficient — be quiet! Dark Power Pro 13 1000W or Seasonic PRIME TX-1000?
be quiet! Dark Power Pro 13 1000W is rated 80+ Titanium (~92% efficient), making it more efficient than Seasonic PRIME TX-1000 (80+ Titanium (~92% efficient)). Higher efficiency means less electricity waste as heat, lower operating costs, and better thermal performance.
Can be quiet! Dark Power Pro 13 1000W run an RTX 5090?
be quiet! Dark Power Pro 13 1000W includes a native 12V-2x6 cable and supports ATX 3.1 — it is compatible with the RTX 5090, provided the wattage (1000W) is sufficient for your full build.
Which has lower long-term cost?
At $0.15/kWh and 8 hours/day, Seasonic PRIME TX-1000 costs ~$1519 total over 5 years (purchase + electricity) vs ~$1539 for be quiet! Dark Power Pro 13 1000W — a difference of ~$20.