We’re lucky enough to have in our hands the new Power Zone 2 power supply from be quiet! This new range follows in the footsteps of the first Power Zone, released in 2013, whose spirit it carries on, while introducing new features. The blocks in the Power Zone 2 family boast 80 PLUS Platinum certification and Cybenetics Platinum approval. In other words, they can achieve efficiencies of up to 94%.
Power Zone 2: A semi-passive block
The strong point of this model is its semi-passive cooling, a first for the brand. Specifically, the 140 mm fan remains stationary until voltage or temperature forces it to turn on, ensuring ultra-quiet operation in light use. Once the load has been reduced, the fan continues to rotate for two to five minutes to evacuate residual heat and prevent premature component wear. Naturally, Power Zone 2 units also benefit from an in-house fan in the shape of the 140 mm Pure Wings 3: its large diameter contributes to cooling efficiency in high-load scenarios.
An interesting performance given GPU evolution
Cybenetics has certified the quiet operation of these power supplies with an impressive Lambda A rating for the 1000 W and 850 W models, and an innovative A rating for the 750 W model. The Power Zone 2 is the first be quiet! power supply to be certified with a Cybenetics Platinum efficiency rating. It is also certified 80 PLUS Platinum thanks to its high efficiency (up to 94%).
In terms of compatibility, this new generation of power supplies meets ATX 3.1 standards and natively includes the 12V-2×6 600 W connector, essential for powering the latest generation of PCIe 5.1 graphics cards. Three PCIe 6+2-pin connectors are also present to cover the needs of today’s GPUs, and the 12V-2×6 cable benefits from a 90° angled connector for greater ease of installation.
The Power Zone 2 will go on sale on February 11 at the recommended prices of €189.90 (1000 W), €169.90 (850 W) and €149.90 (750 W). It’s also worth noting that the brand offers a ten-year warranty, with a one-year express exchange service, a guarantee of peace of mind for users.