CONCLUSION

    A new system built around demanding hardware needs a PSU that won’t flinch, and the Power Zone 2 1200W lands exactly in that territory. Its rail stability keeps voltage swings in check even when GPUs spike, giving the system a steady foundation under heavy loads. Noise levels stay quite restrained (although not quite as low as with other be quiet! models) making it a strong fit for workstations or gaming rigs that run for hours. The 80 PLUS Platinum efficiency certification is another clear strength, reducing wasted energy and heat while keeping performance consistent. Combine that with the sheer power output of 1.2KW, and you get a unit that feels ready for anything a modern setup can throw at it. The two 90 degrees angled 12V-2x6 power connectors bring peace of mind into the equation and will almost certainly draw in potential buyers. As for downsides the use of Taiwanese Teapo capacitors may not reduce the lifespan of the unit in any serious way (perhaps not at all) but they are not quite as good as capacitors by well-established Japanese brands, something I’ve pointed out in past reviews.

    The Power Zone 2 1200W 80 PLUS Platinum power supply unit by be quiet! was officially released yesterday for USD229.90 inside the USA (Amazon.com) and for 238.24Euros inside the EU (Amazon.de), so it’s priced a tad higher than expected. Cost aside however the brand-new Power Zone 2 1200W model by be quiet! delivers everywhere that matters from rail stability and power output, to noise levels and overall quality and for that it gets the Golden Award.

PROS

- Good Build Quality
- Solid Rail Stability
- ATX 3.1 & PCIe 5.1 Compliant
- 80 PLUS Platinum Certified
- 1200W Output
- Two 90 Degrees Angled 12V-2x6 600W Connectors
- Electrical Protections (OCP/OVP/SSP/OPP/UVP/OTP/SIP)
- Silent Wings 3 140mm Fan
- 10 Year Limited Warranty

CONS

- Teapo Capacitors (For Some)
- Price (For Some)