

⚡ Power your ambition silently and efficiently — because your build deserves the best.
The be quiet! Pure Power 12 M 1200W is a high-performance, 80 Plus Gold certified modular power supply designed for demanding professional and gaming PCs. It features advanced ATX 3.1 and PCIe 5.0 compatibility, delivering stable 1200W continuous power with ultra-quiet cooling and fully modular cables for clean builds. Backed by a 10-year warranty, it ensures future-proof reliability and energy-efficient operation.







| ASIN | B0CBP3C2S9 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #6 in Computer Power Supplies |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (1,386) |
| Date First Available | July 12, 2023 |
| Item Weight | 7.17 pounds |
| Item model number | BN513 |
| Manufacturer | be quiet! |
| Product Dimensions | 6.3 x 3.39 x 5.91 inches |
C**C
In an i7 14700 | ASRock Riptide Z790 WiFi, Fairly Decked Out Computer
It's been 12 years since I built myself a new machine, so I felt like I deserved to do it right. After all kinds of research and shopping, I decided on this P/S. (Pure Power 12 M 750W, ATX 3.0, 80 Plus Gold.) I wanted gold, I wanted modular, and I wanted a hundred or two extra watts. I had some trouble figuring out which power connectors went where on the motherboard. (Two 8 pin plugs on the motherboard and one 8 pin connector on the video card.) I called their tech support, it got answered almost immediately by a nice lady who, to my surprise, knew exactly what was going on once I told her which power supply I had! That's not as easy as it sounds, since, all the different Pure Power supplies come with different sets of (modular) cables; she had a lot to remember! We figured it out in no time and she kept me from potentially plugging one of the motherboard 8 pin connectors into the video card and vice versa. ASRock and Pure Power had totally different names for them. One of the most pleasant tech support calls I've ever been on! So, this power supply has been working in this machine for over a month. I've had the machine stressed on purpose, testing with CPU Z and and stressed incidentally, up-scaling (from 480P to 720P) and converting (from MP4 to MKV H265) video files. This was a real pleasure! Files that took my old machine over an hour, took 4-6 minutes on this one! Never any trouble, let alone with the power supply. I tried to find the "knee" in the performance to price ratio curve for all these parts, and if I did it anywhere, I did it with this power supply! The computer has 48 gigabytes (2X24) of G.Skill Ripjaws memory. This machine also has 5 M2 SSD's (One is PCI 5), a SATA 3 SSD, and two 6 terabyte (left over from NAS's) SATA 3 Seagate Iron Wolf HDD's. For video, it's got a used Zotac 1660 6GB GDDR5 card. I'm not a gamer; more of a productivity guy, but this machine's pretty decked out and it's faaast, and there's never any kind of a problem with this power supply! Oh! Yea! No LED's. The motherboard has them and has an LED controller, but I turned them off. The fans' LED's aren't plugged in. But it has two PWM fans for the processor cooler and 6 PWM case fans - the smallest is 120 mm. It boots in under 15 seconds, with all kinds of stuff running, and the cooling fans also crank up as it's booting, as it shuts down, for a second, and once in awhile for no apparent reason. All the other fans are louder (only when it's stressed) than the power supply fan, which I never even hear. I recommend it completely. It's well-built, competent, reliable, (so far; you never know for sure), and quiet, and it has great tech support if you need it. It's beefy and heavy, but not monstrously huge. It's very well priced for a "serious" power supply. Perfect! It's in a Phanteks Enthoo case with plenty of room, so the [modular] wiring is all well laid out inside. I found the included wiring harnesses long enough and sufficient for this build. This power supply finished off a very nice machine! I can't imagine needing a bigger power supply than this unless you've got a gamer-style, several thousand dollar video card or something.
M**.
Great PSU!
I purchased this to replace this awful Thermaltake Tough Power GF A3 PSU which was causing stability issues with my PC. This PSU works MUCH better than the TT. This PSU delivers nice, stable, and clean power to my hardware. It is also incredibly quiet. I never hear the fan even when I am gaming or stress testing my system. This will be my go-to when I start building PC to sell!
V**N
Ideal for high-end PCs
Good power supply, quiet and with good performance, I just wish the cables were a little longer and that it had more PCIe ports
T**S
Hasn't died yet.
As stated, hasn't died yet. Thats a harsh testament to how PC hardware outlooks are these days. My old Raidmax 850ae gold psu was still going strong since 12.5.2013. That is equal parts glorious and terrifying. I was getting black screens and total system freezes in GTA online, occasionally in other games so I started looking into possibilities. One was failing psu, so I got this one on the BF sale. Now, it didnt fix my issue (issue was steam/nvidia/discord In Game Overlay breaking stuff.) So far my PC runs and is quiet (cpu cooler fan is a tad noisy - obviously not a reflection on this conponent ) The modular cables are nice. Its all black - very nice. It seems like a good value for the cost. I have an RTX2070super so I did not try the PCIe 5 connector.
A**X
Near silent PSU- high voltage is a plus!
The Pure Power 12 M 1000W power supply unit (PSU) is a true testament to be quiet!'s commitment to delivering top-tier performance, reliability, and efficiency. As an avid PC enthusiast who demands nothing but the best for my system, I can confidently say that this PSU exceeded all my expectations. First and foremost, let's talk about power efficiency. With its 80 Plus® Gold certification, the Pure Power 12 M ensures exceptional energy efficiency, allowing my system to operate at peak performance while consuming minimal power. This not only reduces electricity costs but also minimizes heat output, contributing to a cooler and quieter computing experience. In terms of power delivery, the Pure Power 12 M 1000W PSU offers ample wattage to handle even the most demanding components with ease. Whether I'm running multiple graphics cards, high-end processors, or a plethora of peripherals, this PSU delivers a stable and reliable power output, ensuring smooth and uninterrupted operation under any workload. Furthermore, the Pure Power 12 M boasts an ATX 3.0 form factor, providing broad compatibility with a wide range of PC cases and motherboards. Its modular design allows for easy cable management, minimizing clutter and optimizing airflow within the chassis for improved cooling performance. One aspect that truly sets the Pure Power 12 M apart is its whisper-quiet operation. Equipped with a SilentWings 3 fan, this PSU operates virtually silent even under heavy loads, ensuring a peaceful computing environment without any distracting noise. Last but not least, be quiet!'s reputation for quality and reliability shines through in every aspect of the Pure Power 12 M. Built with premium components and backed by a five-year warranty, I have complete peace of mind knowing that my system is powered by a PSU that's built to last. In conclusion, if you're in the market for a high-performance, energy-efficient, and whisper-quiet power supply unit, look no further than the Pure Power 12 M 1000W from be quiet!. With its 80 Plus® Gold certification, modular design, and rock-solid reliability, it's the perfect choice for discerning PC enthusiasts who demand nothing but the best.
I**E
As Expected & Better
As Advertised. There is no better way to say it! It is EVERYTHING it is described as. Perfect! Great Instructions & very quiet. Added a Ryzen 5950X and all went perfect! Super quiet and plenty of spare cables .
M**W
Great PSU
Great power supply. I haven’t had any problems with it and the cable management is good too. It’s durable and feels like a brick. Good value for 850 watts. I don’t know about speed but it does deliver power very well.
D**A
Funciona a la perfección, Zero ruido, no tiene coil whine, la uso junto con una rtx 5080 oc edition.
R**O
bastante buena se nota mucho la calidad es muy bonita tiene muchos cables pa todo no gira el ventilador cuando haces uso liviano, casi no le he dado uso fuerte a la pc asi que se queda sin mover los ventiladores, pero no he escuchado que suenen fuerte lo unico es que la caja me llego un poco golpeada pero todo venia bien
D**S
The power supply looks well built and it did work but there are a few issues. 1. The supplied Motherboard and PCIe cables are very short. If you have a larger case the cable may not reach or the cable management will be an issue. 3 inches longer would have been great in my case. Anything to save a penny I guess. 2. The motherboard cable that plugs into the PSU puts a lot of pressure on the wires because it's split. Just a poor design. 3. Poor instructions. The cable is labelled one thing and the PSU has it labelled something else. No reason for this. I will update after further testing.
A**A
ممتاز وكويس مفهوش اي مشاكل لحد دلوقتي بعد شهر استخدام رغما عن ان كان في خبطه في هيكله لما جه بس في العموم كويس
M**X
La compré para reemplazar una vertex 1200w platino que falló a los 10 meses, esta lleva 4 meses apenas. El rendimiento es excelente, el ruido es igual a la otra, el consumo energético es ligeramente mayor por que esta es gold vs la platino. Ahora bien es una gran opción en cuanto a los picos de consumo que tiene mi 4090 STRIX, y por la mitad del precio de la otra además de estar en la PSU Tier list y haber tenido una review de overclockers y guru3d y tiene puntajes altos
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