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ASUS ROG Thor 850W Platinum PSU Review

ASUS ROG is known for producing excellent products. And today, our ASUS ROG Thor 850W Platinum PSU review will give you just that.

The ROG Thor 850W Platinum PSU is the very first power supply that’s been offered to us by ASUS. It’s also one of the very few that they’ve ever created.

But needless to say, we’re extremely curious about what they have in store for us. So, we’re checking out all the essentials about the product here in our ASUS ROG Thor 850W Platinum PSU review.

ASUS ROG Thor 850W Platinum PSU Packaging

Our ROG Thor 850W Platinum PSU came in a typical-looking ASUS ROG box. In front, it’s similar to other ROG-based products like their motherboards, where an image of the product is being displayed.

Of course, the unit and company’s name is present, as well as the main features of the PSU. We find it interesting that the image of the PSU has a glossy feel to it.

On this area of the box, it’s good to note the Lambda A+ rating mixed with a collection of badges. This specific rating is for noise output from the PSU under loads.

Flipping the box, the rear exhibits more details about the product. There are a number of images that showcase the PSU’s parts, while information on these are present as well. The company even included a couple of its features which we think is extremely useful.

Other than these details, you’ll also find a couple of certification, regulatory, and classification logos along the bottom area.

The box’s flap is where you’ll find the PSU’s specification table. It’s listed together with other details that are written in other languages. This section is also where every inventory control label can be seen.

There isn’t much to see on the sides, other than the name of the PSU written in bold letters.

What’s Inside the ASUS ROG Thor 850W Platinum PSU Box?

Looking inside the box, you’ll find two additional packages to separate all the accessories in an organised manner. One box carries the accessories and cables while the other holds the ROG Thor 850W Platinum PSU.

The PSU is packed well and securely, and that also goes for the accessory box. Speaking of the latter, opening the box reveals semi-opaque bags that carry all the needed accessories of the product.

Other than the ROG Thor 850W Platinum PSU, the package includes a quick start guide, twelve zip ties, plus cable combs. You’ll also find four Velcro straps, four PSU screws, a voucher for Cablemod cables, plus an ROG Eye case badge.

We highly appreciate ASUS for including all the necessary accessories to start using the PSU immediately. So that’s what we did after receiving the package. We set it up, switched it on, then tried it out for our ASUS ROG Thor 850W Platinum PSU review.

But let’s talk about its performance later on and focus on its design and functions first.

ASUS ROG Thor 850W Platinum PSU Review – Design and Functionality

The first thing that came to mind when we saw the ROG Thor 850W Platinum PSU was it looked rugged. It sports angular shapes and aggressive edges which aim to attract gamers around.

With its form and design, the PSU looks built and tough enough to take a beating. This only means that the product will surely last a long time.

On its side, you can clearly see the ROG logo which looks great combined with the PSU’s external design. And if you compare this 850W model with the 1200W model, it’s a bit smaller in form. Specifically, it measures 160 x 150 x 86mm.

Since it has a more compact form, you can easily fit it into a variety of cases.

You will see the LED screen on the PSU’s side, and this shows the power used when it’s running. For the modular bay, it’s well-laid out and labelled for easy installation.

For the other side, you’ll see a connector used for the AURA RGB. There’s also a power button and a button for toggling the semi-passive operation mode. Additionally, a huge fan is concealed behind a mesh of grills found along the top.

Now inside the ASUS ROG Thor 850W Platinum PSU, you’ll notice a Power Logic 135mm fan. And to be specific, it’s a double-ball bearing unit under the PLA-13525-B12M model.

The Thor units from ROG are based on the Seasonic Prime-Ultra Platinum platform and are designed with extremely high standards. And this is something always to be expected from Seasonic.

Its OLED screen is a modification made by ASUS which shows the present power draw. The data is sent to the screen and is handled by a microcontroller. In addition, this new platform also allows addressable RGB lights which can be managed through a compatible board.

There are other changes made and these include the supersized heatsinks and preceding double-ball bearing fan. Having these heatsinks means that ASUS aims to make the product function with lower overall noise. This is always a welcomed feature for such products.

All heavy power transfers to various parts of the board are sent via the PCB. Only the fan circuits utilise a couple of wires.

Also, most filtering for this PSU is controlled by polymer capacitors with a couple of electrolytic caps that offer the needed capacity. This is to deal with and handle changes in quick transient loads.

The first section of the transient filter is along the AC receptacle and includes two Y and X caps. It goes along the primary PCB with two Y caps and one X cap.

A MOV helps protect against surges through the mains grid. The main Japanese Capacitor is 105C – 820uf 400V-rated, while bulk capacitors are from Hitachi.

We love the soldering quality for the PSU, and it’s something expected from the platform.

It’s also important to learn about the PSU’s key features. So, we’re looking into those next in our ASUS ROG Thor 850W Platinum PSU review.

Key Features of the ASUS ROG Thor 850W Platinum PSU

Innovative PSU

The ROG Thor 850W Platinum may be the company’s first PSU but it’s packed with innovation. It features RGB illumination for customisation and an OLED panel for monitoring your rig. Inside, there are high-quality capacitors, large heatsinks, and a 135mm fan.

With all these features, the ROG Thor 850W Platinum has won certifications PC enthusiasts look for. It’s an excellent PSU for those who need optimal performance.

Aura Sync

The ROG Thor 850W Platinum features customisable RGB LEDs. It’s also compatible with the Aura Sync ecosystem which lets you synchronise lighting effects across your other peripherals and components.

OLED Panel

The ROG Thor 850W Platinum is the first PSU for computers to feature a built-in OLED panel. This provides you with a power draw display to show how much power your rig uses.

Wing-blade Fan

The ROG Thor 850W Platinum has a 135mm Platinum Logic fan that provides optimal cooling to maximise component lifespan. These fans are IPX-5 dust-resistant to keep them spinning freely.

The 0dB technology uses sensors to allow the fans to automatically switch off completely at lower wattages. This results in totally silent operation.

ROG Heatsink

The PSU’s integrated ROG heatsinks have twice the volume of traditional designs. As a result, it offers 20% lower temperatures for the ROG Thor 850W’s interior and extends the components’ lifespan.

With low temperatures, the PSU also operates with 0dB noise levels for longer periods than conventional designs. Since the heatsinks are effective and the fan noise doesn’t exceed 20dB, this PSU achieved the LAMBDA A+ certification.

80 PLUS Platinum Certified

The ROG Thor 850W Platinum comes with top-notch Japanese capacitors for efficient operation. These capacitors have earned the 80 PLUS Platinum certification that guarantees efficiency at all loads. The PSU’s higher efficiency offers less heat, reduced fan noise, and more reliability.

ASUS ROG THOR 850W Power Supply Review

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August 19, 2019

ASUS ROG THOR 850W

AsusTek Computer Inc. (ASUS) is one of the older, most influential, and most innovative companies in the enthusiast realm having been founded by former Acer engineers in 1989. Today, ASUS’ product portfolio touches on just about every aspect of the consumer, enthusiast, DIY, and even the professional market with products such as tablets, laptops, desktops, servers, smartphones, networking equipment, motherboards, video cards, disk drives, cases, and so on. Among this huge product portfolio, ASUS maintains its Republic of Gamers marketing which is generally applied to a certain subset of their enthusiast-oriented offerings. ASUS has expanded these items to include power supplies and, today, we are looking at the ROG THOR 850W (ROG-THOR-850P) which is produced in conjunction with Seasonic.

Seasonic is one of the older companies producing consumer power supplies having been founded in 1975 and entering the PC power supply production market in 1980. Seasonic is the OEM and ODM of this unit. During that more than 30 years as a company, Seasonic has cultivated lines of power supplies that are today some of the standard-bearers for efficiency and quiet computing. This focus, and its reputation for quality, has lead to an explosion in production as Seasonic can be found providing OEM services on various model lines for Antec, XFX, Corsair, PC Power and Cooling, and of course under its own Seasonic brand.

Thor’s Hammer?

The ASUS ROG THOR 850W is the first power supply we have seen from ASUS as well as one of the few they have ever produced. This is in spite of the fact that ASUS has been a major industry player in the enthusiast realm for a very long time. Given the fact that they have waited this long to step out into the PSU market makes us hope that they have been working extraordinarily diligently in order to dot all their “I’s” and cross all of their “T’s”. Needless to say, we are very interested in what they have in store for us today. However, before we get too antsy and jump the gun by moving on to see how the ROG THOR 850W does, and what it costs, let’s first see what ASUS has to say about this unit:

Inside and out, our first PSU is packed with innovative ideas. Externally, Aura Sync RGB illumination and an integrated OLED information panel enable unique customization and monitoring options for your ROG gaming rig. Under the hood, high-quality capacitors, a 135mm Wing-blade fan, and large heatsinks allow the ROG Thor 850W to achieve LAMBDA A+ and 80 PLUS®Platinum certifications, making it ideal for PC enthusiasts who demand performance perfection.

Let’s move on now and see what we can expect when a user purchases the ASUS ROG THOR 850W power supply in retail in terms of documentation, accessories, cable count, rail layout, output characteristics, and general build quality.

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Computex 2018 introduced us to the first swallow in the line of ASUS power supplies — the ASUS ROG THOR 1200W Platinum model, which at the time of writing this review costs about $390. It is clear that such a solution cannot become a mass one. Therefore, a more affordable source saw the light — ASUS ROG THOR 850 W Platinum .

This is a «platinum» 850-watt unit with backlight, display and a number of other notable features inherited from the flagship. The price tag of $270 is still not affordable, but it is 30% cheaper. But did the new product manage to keep everything that we liked so much in the top solution?

Specification

Model	ASUS ROG THOR 850W Platinum (ROG-THOR-850P)
Type	ATX 12V
Rated power, W	852
Power per channel 12V, W	852
Power lines +3. 3V and +5V, W	100
Number of +12V lines	1
Maximum channel output current +3.3V, A	20
Maximum channel output current +5V, A	20
Maximum channel output current +12V, A	71
Maximum channel output current -12V, A	0.3
+5Vsb (standby power line)	3
Input voltage, V	100 — 240
Frequency, Hz	50 — 60
Input current, A	6 — 12
Maximum efficiency, %	>94
Certified 80 PLUS	Platinum
Power factor correction method	Active
Power factor (PF), %	>90
PCIe slots	6 (6+2-pin)
Modular	Yes
Fan dimensions, mm	135 x 135 x 25
Bearing type	2 Ball Bearing
Protections	OPP, OVP, SCP, OCP, OTP
Dimensions, mm	160 x 150 x 86
Warranty, years	10
Manufacturer website	ASUS Product page

Packaging and delivery

Large black and red box looks premium. Yes, and in terms of information content, everything is in the best possible way.

Such a rich delivery package is already familiar to us from the 1200-watt power supply. It includes:

cable pouch;
power cables;
disposable and reusable ties;
mounting screws;
user manual;
logo of the ROG line;
combs for cable management;
20% discount on Cablemod products.

Appearance

In the segment of computer PSUs, the same trend is taking place as in the smartphone market — it is extremely difficult to distinguish externally devices from different manufacturers. ASUS decided that this should not be the case, as the exterior of its sources loudly declares. Given the great popularity of cases with transparent sidewalls, this is a definite plus.

By the way, compared to the 1200W solution, the length of the ASUS ROG THOR 850W Platinum has been reduced to the more familiar 160mm, which is quite modest for a modular 850W unit.

The 135mm turntable is slightly offset to the side, closer to the power input.

It is covered by the original grill, which is fixed with six screws.

The heated air is expelled at the rear through the familiar honeycomb openings.

The power connector and switch are supplemented with a button for switching fan modes. Its principle of operation is very simple: when turned on, the blades constantly rotate while the computer is running, and another press turns off the turntable at low loads. What power the device is capable of delivering in the passive mode of operation — we will find out very soon.

Well, where without the ASUS ROG logo? That’s right, no way without it.

On the opposite side of the turntable there is a sticker that reminds of the excellent capabilities of the 12-volt line (load capacity up to 852 W, 100% of the nominal value). Smaller channels + 5V and + 3.3V received a total of 100 W of power familiar to modern PSUs — should be enough.

The THOR lettering in the corner, the manufacturer’s logo and a couple of slanted lines feature ASUS Aura Sync backlighting, which ensures synchronization with a variety of computer components. You can get acquainted with the modes of operation of the glow on the manufacturer’s website.

The power supply also has an OLED display that shows the total power consumption of the system. As you have already noticed, in order to fully enjoy the backlight and the screen, the source must be placed with the turntable up.

The second sidewall is more modest, but only compared to the first.

The main cables in ASUS ROG THOR 850W Platinum are 20+4-pin ATX and a pair of 4+4-pin ATX12V. Thanks to this, the novelty can be used even as part of modern high-performance platforms. Peripheral wires are made in the form of convenient loops. Most of the rest are placed in an individual braid — all for the sake of using complete «combs». And only a pair of PCIe united under a common sheath.

Six 6+2-pin PCIe connectors are available for connecting video cards, which is enough even for bundles with three graphics accelerators. And ten SATA (on three separate wires), five PATA and an adapter to FDD should also be enough.

The complete cabling configuration is as follows:

Connector types	Quantity	Length of wires to connector(s), cm
20+4-pin ATX	1	65
4+4-pin ATX12V	2	65
6+2-pin PCIe	2	65
two 6+2-pin PCIe	1	65-75
four SATA	2	50-60-70-80
two SATA	1	50-60
three PATA	1	45-60-70
two PATA	1	35-45
PATA to FDD adapter	1	10
backlight cable	2	80

No problem with wire length. But keep in mind that the distance between SATA connectors is only 10 cm, and PATA — 15 cm. In some cases it will not be enough, so you may have to use several separate wires.

Since all the connectors on the case are signed, even an inexperienced user can power the components. Yes, and a different number of contacts will not allow you to make a mistake.

Internals

If outwardly all the differences from the top 1200-watt unit are just a reduced length, then inside there should be more of them, given the significant difference in power. Fortunately, the turntable was left unchanged — we have the same 135 mm 11-blade POWER LOGIC PLA13525B12M. It is based on a reliable double ball bearing. The fan itself consumes 4.8 W (0.4 A at 12 V) and spins up to 2000 rpm. It also received an optimized blade shape and dust-tight design according to the IP5X standard.

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