High Wattage, Killer Features – MSI MPG Ai1600TS PCIE5 PSU Review
Conclusion
Finally, a PSU that makes 12V-2×6 feel safe
If you thought that innovation in the PSU market was dead, think again. MSI has delivered a feature that every safety-conscious PC gamer should want. To say the least, the 12VHPWR/12V-2×6 connector is controversial. Simply put, there are far too many reports of burnt or melted graphics cards to ignore. With GPU Safeguard+, concerned PC builders can have peace of mind. It can detect issues before any damage is done, while allowing users to rectify the issue by reseating or replacing their 12V-2×6 cable.
GPU Safeguard+ is this PSU’s killer feature, but it’s not the only thing that makes it special. As an 80+ Titanium PSU, this power supply is incredibly efficient. It is also incredibly quiet. We never heard this PSU make noise during our testing, making it perfect for a quiet PC. This PSU certainly earned its Cybenetics A+ Lambda (noise) rating.
Voltage ripple is also a strong point for this PSU. The maximum we recorded was 15.2mV, which is tiny. This makes this PSU a strong option for overclockers and high-end enthusiast systems. With strong voltage stability, your motherboard, graphics card, and other components won’t need to work hard to clean their power. That results in increased component longevity and stability.
Honestly, there isn’t much we can fault this PSU for. Its killer feature is something that PC builders will want. This PSU also delivers well on the PSU fundamentals, with strong power efficiency and excellent voltage stability. Honestly, I can see many brands copying MSI’s GPU Safeguard system over the next few years. Peace of mind is valuable, especially in a world where GPUs like the RTX 5090 can cost well over £3,000.
MSI’s MPG Ai1600TS PCIe5 deserves nothing less than an OC3D Innovation Award. Given the controversy surrounding the 12V-2×6 power standard, GPU Safeguard+ is a game-changer for safety-conscious PC builders. Yes, this is a premium PSU, but its high-end features and strong performance justify its cost.
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