Corsair offered the HX1000i Shift Crystal power supply with PinProtect+ pin-to-pin overcurrent protection. It monitors the current on each of the six +12V power pins of the 12V-2×6 connector. The built-in iCUE LINK hub simplifies PC building, allowing you to connect up to 24 compatible devices to the power supply. Transparent polycarbonate windows and RGB lighting give the model a spectacular appearance.
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The manufacturer showed the Corsair HX1000i Shift Crystal at Computex 2026. The new product is based on the HXi Shift platform, complemented by PinProtect+ technology. The power supply has received Cybenetics Platinum efficiency certification, is ATX 3.1 and PCIe 5.1 compliant, and supports control via the Corsair iCUE app.
On three sides, the Corsair HX1000i Shift Crystal case is equipped with transparent polycarbonate inserts – they provide a view of the internal components, including Japanese electrolytic capacitors rated for temperatures up to 105 ° C. The built-in 140mm Magnetic Dome fan is complemented by customizable RGB lighting. It also serves as an indicator of the PinProtect+ protection status: when it is triggered, the backlight changes to red.
The system monitors the current on each of the six +12 V contacts – the corresponding indicators are displayed in the iCUE interface. When the set threshold is exceeded, the delay countdown begins and the program displays a notification. If the increased current continues until the end of the delay, PinProtect+ limits the power on the cable, which causes the graphics card to shut down and reduces the risk of hardware damage. The power supply fan begins to rotate at maximum speed. The delay allows you not to turn off the video card during short-term current surges: if the indicators return to normal, a protective shutdown does not occur.
The user can set the current threshold from 7 to 10 A (default 9.5 A), select the delay duration from 10 to 180 s (default 30 s), view the event log, and check the connection status. After the protection has tripped, it is recommended to check the two-color cable connectors: visible gray areas indicate incomplete installation of the connector.
The built-in iCUE LINK hub simplifies PC assembly: compatible devices connect to the power supply without a separate hub or additional PCIe power cable. The dual-channel architecture supports connection of up to 24 devices – 12 per channel. Compatible devices are daisy-chained and automatically recognized by Corsair iCUE, which allows you to customize fan speed and RGB lighting. For software control, a USB connection to the motherboard is provided.
Side panel connectors provide easy access to Corsair Type-5 cables. The modular design allows you to connect only the cables needed for a specific assembly, simplifying installation and wiring. The cables are equipped with low profile combs.
For the Corsair HX1000i Shift Crystal, efficiency is claimed to be up to 91%. The power supply supports short-term load surges in accordance with ATX 3.1 requirements. There is a Zero RPM mode: at light loads the fan stops and turns on when additional cooling is needed. According to the manufacturer, the fan grille with a three-dimensional Y-shaped pattern reduces airflow resistance.
The rated power of the Corsair HX1000i Shift Crystal is 1000 W. Price in the American Corsair store is $339.99, warranty is ten years.
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