be quiet! Dark Power Pro 11 BN253

The king of power supplies

brand be quiet! strongly associated with expensive and high-quality A-class products. However, the Dark Power Pro 11 power supply stands out even against the background of eminent brothers, its list of regalia is really impressive. For example, its efficiency reaches 94% (as evidenced by the 80+ Platinum certificate), it can work 24/7 at an ambient temperature of 50 °C (meets the requirements of server hardware), and the hardware platform is well-known OEM for overclockers -platform from FSP.

Taking care of overclockers

The concern for overclockers does not end there. For example, a separate switch for operating modes of the + 12V line is placed on the power supply case: it can be single or divided into four “virtual” channels with current limits. At the same time, the channel itself is dedicated and boasts a load capacity of 99% of the rated power. You can connect 4 additional coolers to the power supply itself, which will work in sync with the stock cooler. Well, the exceptionally quiet operation of that goodness is achieved thanks to the branded cooler be quiet! SilentWings on a hydrodynamic bearing.

For assembly of any complexity

There is no point in talking about line stability, peak power reserve and ripple frequency, all these indicators are at the level of the best power supplies on the market. The power reserve of 13%, which is available at peak loads, is also impressive. As a result, the tested model can no doubt be recommended for use in high-end systems with multiple video cards. Perhaps the only thing that can stop you from buying such a device is the high cost. But this is an uncompromising flagship with no weaknesses, so the price is justified. It is also one of the longest blocks in its category, be sure to consider this before buying.