CONCLUSION

   The MPG PCIE5 line of ATX 3.0 power supplies by MSI is not their flagship one so right from the get go I didn’t expect stellar performance (I mean if the MPG managed that what should I expect from their MEG line?). Still even though rail stability is not great it’s still rock solid, even more so since at load my test rig exceeded the 1KW output this unit can normally deliver. This of course also resulted in high noise levels at load but as I’ve said in previous reviews you don’t get an 1KW unit if you have a system that may come really close of even exceed that (in that case I suggest grabbing a 1200/1300W model instead). Build quality is very good and something that I’ve come to expect by CWT units over the years. Yes, components are a bit cramped inside the rather small enclosure of the MPG A1000G PCIE5 but that can’t be helped really. In terms of available electrical protections, the MPG A1000G PCIE5 has nothing to be jealous even from higher end models and as for the 10 year warranty, well it’s always something I’m certain everyone welcomes.

   At USD199.99 inside the USA (Amazon.com) and 207.25Euros inside the EU (Amazon.de) the MPG A1000G PCIE5 power supply unit by MSI is clearly priced properly. Granted, this may not be the top ATX 3.0 and PCIE 5.0 power supply unit in the market today and it does get considerably loud at over 70-80% load but it does offer very good rail stability, it’s 80 Plus Gold efficiency certified, has a plethora of electrical protections and is covered by a 10-year limited warranty so the Golden Award is obviously in order.

PROS

- Build Quality
- Very Good Rail Stability
- ATX 3.0 & PCIe 5.0
- 80 Plus Gold Certified
- Electrical Protections (OCP/OVP/SSP/OPP/UVP/OTP)
- 10 Year Limited Warranty
- Price (For Some)

CONS

- Noise Levels