ASUS ROG Thor 850W Platinum II 80 PLUS Modular Power Supply

Overview

The ASUS ROG Thor 850W Platinum II 80 PLUS Modular Power Supply is a high-performance power supply unit designed for gaming and content-creation PCs that demand stable and efficient power delivery. It provides 850 watts of continuous power on a single +12 volt rail, ensuring compatibility with the latest processors and graphics cards. With 80 PLUS Platinum certification, it operates with excellent energy efficiency, reducing heat output and helping your system run cooler and quieter.

This PSU features a fully modular design with individually sleeved cables, making installation cleaner and improving airflow inside your case. An integrated OLED panel displays real-time power consumption, giving you immediate insight into your system’s power usage during intensive tasks like gaming or video rendering. The 135 millimeter fan uses dual ball bearings and supports a 0 dB mode, keeping noise levels exceptionally low during everyday use.

Key features

• Provides stable and continuous 850-watt power on a single +12 volt rail for modern high-end components
• 80 PLUS Platinum certification ensures efficient energy use, reducing wasted power and heat
• 135 mm fan with dual ball bearings offers long-lasting durability and silent operation under light loads
• Side-mounted OLED display delivers real-time wattage monitoring for precise system feedback
• Includes a 16-pin PCIe Gen 5.0 cable capable of supplying up to 600 watts to a single graphics card
• Fully modular cables with individual sleeving simplify cable management and enhance airflow
• Ten SATA and six peripheral connectors support extensive storage and accessory setups
• Aura Sync RGB lighting integrates with other ASUS components for coordinated lighting effects
• Standard ATX form factor with 160 mm depth fits comfortably in most mid-tower and full-tower cases
• Achieved Lambda A++ noise certification, ensuring quiet operation even under load

Key specs

• Power output: 850 watts continuous
• Efficiency rating: 80 PLUS Platinum
• Fan size: 135 millimeters with dual ball bearings
• Noise certification: Lambda A++
• Modular design: Fully modular with individually sleeved cables
• PCIe cable: 16-pin Gen 5.0, supports up to 600 watts
• Connectors: 10 SATA, 6 peripheral
• Form factor: ATX
• Dimensions: 160 mm depth

Connectivity and compatibility

This power supply is designed to support the latest generation of graphics cards and processors, making it a strong choice for builders who want future-proof hardware. The included 16-pin PCIe Gen 5.0 cable ensures compatibility with high-power GPUs, while the ample SATA and peripheral connectors allow for extensive storage and accessory configurations. Its standard ATX size fits well in most mid-tower and larger cases, providing flexibility for a wide range of builds.

Performance and reliability

With premium internal components and a single +12 volt rail, this PSU delivers consistent and clean power to your system, which is critical for maintaining stability during demanding workloads. The dual ball bearing fan not only extends the lifespan of the cooling system but also operates quietly, especially with the 0 dB mode that keeps the fan off during low to moderate loads. The OLED panel offers real-time monitoring, helping you track power consumption and optimize your setup.

Ideal uses and environments

This power supply fits well in gaming rigs, workstations for 3D rendering, and streaming setups that require reliable power and efficient cooling. It is particularly suited for users who run high-end graphics cards and multiple storage devices, as well as those who appreciate detailed system monitoring and customizable RGB lighting. Builders looking for a quiet, efficient, and visually integrated PSU will find this model meets those needs effectively.