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