Power supply Cooler Master Elite Gold 1200W ATX 3.1, PCIe Gen 5.1 - MPW-C001-AFAG-BEU

Cooler Master Elite Gold 1200W is a high-end ATX power supply aimed at powerful gaming and enthusiast configurations with next-generation GPUs. With 1200W and an 80+ Gold certification, you have serious resources for loaded systems with many components and high efficiency under load. Support for ATX 3.0/3.1 and PCIe Gen 5.0/5.1 makes it ready for modern and future graphics cards, including through the 12V-2x6 connector. All this is packed in a standard ATX format with a 120 mm fan and fully modular design for a cleaner internal build.

What you get

With a real power of 1200W and 90% efficiency, you can keep high-end CPUs and GPUs under stable power without worrying about drops during peak consumption. The active PFC helps for more stable voltage from the grid and less loss, which is important if the system often runs under serious load. The large array of connectors – from the standard 20+4 PIN for the motherboard, through 2 x CPU 4+4 PIN, to 3 x PCI-Express 6+2-pin and 1 x 12V-2x6 – gives you freedom for powerful GPU setups and serious processors. 9 x SATA and additional peripheral connectors cover many SSDs, HDDs, and other devices without compromising how many things you can plug in. The modular design simplifies cable management – you connect only the cables you actually need, improving airflow in the case.

• Power 1200W provides a comfortable reserve for high-end GPUs, multi-core CPUs, and multiple devices, even under serious overclock or heavy loads.
• 80+ Gold certification and around 90% efficiency mean less energy lost as heat and lower fan noise during typical gaming and work load.
• ATX 3.0/3.1 and PCIe Gen 5.0/5.1 support ensure compatibility with the latest graphics cards and more stable power delivery during short peaks.
• 1 x 12V-2x6 and 3 x PCI-Express 6+2-pin allow you to power a modern PCIe Gen 5 GPU or several more traditional cards without additional adapters.
• 9 x SATA and 3 x 4 Pin Peripheral cover complex systems with many SSDs, HDDs, controllers, and additional fans.
• Modular power supply helps for organized cable management and better airflow, especially in cases with a transparent panel.
• 120 mm fan combines good cooling with lower noise compared to smaller fans during normal use.
• Compact dimensions 150 x 150 x 86 mm in ATX format make it compatible with a wide range of mid-tower and full-tower cases.

Who it is suitable for

This power supply is suitable for gamers and enthusiasts planning a high-end configuration with a modern PCIe Gen 5 graphics card and many additional devices. If you want to ensure a reserve for future upgrades and stability during long gaming or rendering sessions, 1200W and the ATX 3.1 standard are a logical choice. For more modest budget builds, it is more of an overkill, but if you are looking long-term and value peace of mind, the investment makes sense.

The most sensible aspect here is the combination of 1200W power, 80+ Gold efficiency, and ATX 3.1 / PCIe Gen 5.1 support, all packed into a modular ATX unit that comfortably handles both current and next-generation hardware.