NZXT C1500 Platinum
1500 W · Platinum · ATX 3.1
Anker SOLIX F3800
Portable power station · 2024
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, NZXT C1500 Platinum lands at 91 and Anker SOLIX F3800 at 91. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick NZXT C1500 Platinum if…
- ✓Massive 1500 W headroom
- ✓ATX 3.1 12V-2x6
- ✓CAM software monitoring
Pick Anker SOLIX F3800 if…
- ✓LiFePO4 chemistry on modern SKUs (4000+ cycles)
- ✓Solar input
- ✓Multiple AC/DC/USB-C outputs
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testCables
NZXT C1500 PlatinumCompared on the cables sub-score
NZXT C1500 Platinum leads on cables (92 vs 90).
Efficiency
NZXT C1500 PlatinumCompared on the efficiency sub-score
NZXT C1500 Platinum leads on efficiency (94 vs 86).
Noise
NZXT C1500 PlatinumCompared on the noise sub-score
NZXT C1500 Platinum leads on noise (88 vs 86).
Value for money
NZXT C1500 PlatinumSpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
NZXT C1500 Platinum more score per dollar ($349 vs $3,999).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | NZXT C1500 Platinum | Anker SOLIX F3800 |
|---|---|---|
| Wattage | 1500 W | — |
| Efficiency | 80+ Platinum | — |
| Standard | ATX 3.1 | — |
| Connectors | 1× 12V-2x6 (600W) | — |
| Type | — | Portable power station |
| Release year | — | 2024 |
NZXT C1500 Platinum
- +Massive 1500 W headroom
- +ATX 3.1 12V-2x6
- +CAM software monitoring
- −Overkill for most builds
- −Expensive
- −Fan a hair loud at max
Anker SOLIX F3800
- +LiFePO4 chemistry on modern SKUs (4000+ cycles)
- +Solar input
- +Multiple AC/DC/USB-C outputs
- −Heavy
- −Pricey per Wh
- −Shipping restrictions (Li-ion)
FAQ: NZXT C1500 Platinum vs Anker SOLIX F3800
Which is better, NZXT C1500 Platinum or Anker SOLIX F3800? +
Both score 91 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is NZXT C1500 Platinum worth the price? +
At $349, NZXT C1500 Platinum delivers a Specdex score of 91 — strongest in efficiency.
Is Anker SOLIX F3800 worth the price? +
At $3,999, Anker SOLIX F3800 delivers a Specdex score of 91 — strongest in cables.
Does NZXT C1500 Platinum or Anker SOLIX F3800 last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.
Which is better for cables, NZXT C1500 Platinum or Anker SOLIX F3800? +
NZXT C1500 Platinum — leads on cables (92 vs 90). Compared on the cables sub-score.
Which is better for efficiency, NZXT C1500 Platinum or Anker SOLIX F3800? +
NZXT C1500 Platinum — leads on efficiency (94 vs 86). Compared on the efficiency sub-score.