NZXT
NZXT C850 Gold
850 W · Gold
85
/ 100
From $149
VS
Thermaltake
Thermaltake Toughpower GF3 1200W
1200 W · Gold
85
/ 100
From $229
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, NZXT C850 Gold lands at 85 and Thermaltake Toughpower GF3 1200W at 85. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick NZXT C850 Gold if…
- ✓Modular cabling on most
- ✓ATX 3.1 / 12V-2x6 support
- ✓10-year warranty on many
Pick Thermaltake Toughpower GF3 1200W if…
- ✓Modular cabling on most
- ✓ATX 3.1 / 12V-2x6 support
- ✓10-year warranty on many
NZXT C850 Gold 85
vs 85 Thermaltake Toughpower GF3 1200W
Score breakdown
NZXT C850 Gold
85 efficiency 85
noise 86
cables 86
value 84
Thermaltake Toughpower GF3 1200W
85 efficiency 85
noise 86
cables 86
value 84
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | NZXT C850 Gold | Thermaltake Toughpower GF3 1200W |
|---|---|---|
| Wattage | 850 W | 1200 W |
| Efficiency | Gold | Gold |
NZXT C850 Gold
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
Thermaltake Toughpower GF3 1200W
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 C850 Gold vs Thermaltake Toughpower GF3 1200W
Which is better, NZXT C850 Gold or Thermaltake Toughpower GF3 1200W? +
Both score 85 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is NZXT C850 Gold worth the price? +
At $149, NZXT C850 Gold delivers a Specdex score of 85 — strongest in noise.
Is Thermaltake Toughpower GF3 1200W worth the price? +
At $229, Thermaltake Toughpower GF3 1200W delivers a Specdex score of 85 — strongest in noise.
Does NZXT C850 Gold or Thermaltake Toughpower GF3 1200W 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.