NZXT
NZXT C1500 Platinum
1500 W · Platinum · ATX 3.1
91
/ 100
From $349
VS
Corsair HX1000i wins by 1
Corsair
Corsair HX1000i
1000 W · Platinum
92
/ 100
From $279
Specdex verdict
Corsair HX1000i takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, NZXT C1500 Platinum lands at 91 and Corsair HX1000i at 92. That puts Corsair HX1000i ahead by 1 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick NZXT C1500 Platinum if…
- ✓Massive 1500 W headroom
- ✓ATX 3.1 12V-2x6
- ✓CAM software monitoring
Pick Corsair HX1000i if…
- ✓Modular cabling on most
- ✓ATX 3.1 / 12V-2x6 support
- ✓10-year warranty on many
NZXT C1500 Platinum 91
vs 92 Corsair HX1000i
Score breakdown
NZXT C1500 Platinum
91 efficiency 94
noise 88
cables 92
value 86
Corsair HX1000i
92 efficiency 92
noise 86
cables 86
value 84
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | NZXT C1500 Platinum | Corsair HX1000i |
|---|---|---|
| Wattage | 1500 W | 1000 W |
| Efficiency | 80+ Platinum | Platinum |
| Standard | ATX 3.1 | — |
| Connectors | 1× 12V-2x6 (600W) | — |
NZXT C1500 Platinum
Pros
- +Massive 1500 W headroom
- +ATX 3.1 12V-2x6
- +CAM software monitoring
Cons
- −Overkill for most builds
- −Expensive
- −Fan a hair loud at max
Corsair HX1000i
Pros
- +Modular cabling on most
- +ATX 3.1 / 12V-2x6 support
- +10-year warranty on many
Cons
- −Bulky on higher wattages
- −Fan noise varies by load
- −Cable length may not fit some cases
FAQ: NZXT C1500 Platinum vs Corsair HX1000i
Which is better, NZXT C1500 Platinum or Corsair HX1000i? +
Corsair HX1000i scores 92 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 1. 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 Corsair HX1000i worth the price? +
At $279, Corsair HX1000i delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in efficiency.
Does NZXT C1500 Platinum or Corsair HX1000i 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.