The be quiet! Dark Power 14 1000W is an ultra-efficient, Titanium-grade power supply built specifically for silent PC enthusiasts. It is fully ATX 3.1 and PCIe 5.1 compliant, ensuring compatibility with the latest hardware configurations.
Internally, the power supply is constructed on a high-end CWT platform. It utilizes a solid selection of premium components, which includes 100% Japanese brand capacitors to ensure elite performance and reliability.
Acoustics play a major role in the design of the Dark Power 14 1000W, featuring an acoustically optimized air intake and a Silent Wings SIW4-13525-MF fan. The unit utilizes a semi-fanless mode paired with an ultra-quiet fan curve profile to manage noise levels.
Under idle levels or loads less than approximately 50%, the power supply is completely inaudible. The fan shuts off entirely during these states, earning it a 0.0 out of 10 acoustic rating during lower-power operation.
Under moderate loads exceeding 50%, the unit remains barely audible. The fan spins very slowly, keeping it acoustically out of the way, though it naturally becomes more audible as the load increases and the fan speeds up.
For its acoustic performance, the unit holds a Cybenetics LAMBDA A++ rating for noise, representing the highest possible tier. According to professional load testing equipment, the power supply delivers outstanding overall performance.
The unit utilizes a multiple 12V rail design, an uncommon feature in modern power supplies, though users can combine the rails into one by flipping a switch. Priced at approximately $250 at press time, the be quiet! Dark Power 14 1000W is backed by a 10-year warranty.
Source: APH Networks