Conclusions
With power to spare, the X3 1,000W power supply is another worthy addition to Ultra’s power supply line. The X3 had no problem delivering the maximum rated capacity of 1kW and did so quietly and efficiently. The build quality appears to be excellent and the output voltages were all stable. And modular FlexForce cables, a black-chrome finish, active PFC, and a lifetime warranty are all nice to have!
The Ultra X3 1,000W power supply has a typical street price of $289.99 USD, which makes it a very good value for a 1kW power supply.
Strengths:
- Up to 1,000 watts continuous DC output
- Excellent build quality
- Very clean DC outputs
- Single +12V output capable of up to 70A
- Very quiet operation
- Active PFC and Universal AC input
- Quad PCI-e connectors (NVIDIA SLI and ATI CrossFire Ready)
- Black-chrome finish and modular FlexForce cables
- Backed by Ultra’s Lifetime warranty
- Good value
Minor Weaknesses:
- Load regulation and overall efficiency could be a little tighter/higher
For excellent build quality, stable-clean outputs, and quiet operation, the Ultra X3 1,000W power supply earns Gold.
Ultra X3 EE 1,000W PSU
I would like to thank our friends at Ultra Products for sending us their latest X3 to review — thank you! Be sure to use our price checking engine to find the best price on any of Ultra’s products or anything else you may want to buy!