CONCLUSION

   Just like with most PSUs I’ve tested from FSP the latest Hydro PTM X PRO met all my expectations not just in terms of build quality and features (both of which I’ve come to expect by FSP over the years) but also rail stability which is nothing short of excellent. Yes, noise levels did get quite high at full load and there are a couple of electrical protections missing (always compared to other Hydro lines) but that’s just me nitpicking, especially since most of its direct competition has the same exact issues. Size is also a plus and even though it does mean higher temperatures and thus a more aggressive fan curve (which in turn results in higher noise levels) I think for most users the drawback is not that important.

   Currently retailing for 205.74Euros inside the USA (Amazon.com) and for around 210Euros inside the EU the Hydro PTM X PRO 1000W ATX 3.0 & PCIe 5 power supply unit by FSP is priced relatively well. Overall, there’s not much I can say about the Hydro PTM X PRO 1000W that’s not shown in the charts and pictures. Build quality is very good, rail stability is excellent, features and protections are what you’d expect by one of the leading PSU manufacturers in the field and as for warranty with their 10-year limited one you need not worry about something bad happening (not that it will but it’s always good to have a serious warranty in place). On top of that the Hydro PTM X PRO line is available in black and white color and so for all of the above the 1000W variant gets the Golden Award.

PROS

- Very Good Build Quality
- Solid Rail Stability
- ATX 3.0 & PCIe 5.0
- 80 Plus Platinum Certified
- 12VHPWR 600W Connector
- Single Strong +12V Rail (83.33A)
- Fully Modular
- Electrical Protections (OVP/SCP/OPP/OCP/OTP)
- Size
- Available In Black & White Colors
- ECO Fan Mode
- 10 Year Limited Warranty

CONS

- Noise Levels (For Some)