Glinde, August 18, 2026 - be quiet!, the German manufacturer for premium PC components and peripherals, announces the launch of the Dark Power Pro 14 IO power supply series. Available in two models at 1600W and 1300W, Dark Power Pro 14 IO is a powerhouse featuring a high-performance heat sink design with an integrated fan and can be operated in either active or semi-passive mode. With 80 PLUS Titanium and Cybenetics Titanium efficiency, ATX 3.1 compatibility with full support for PCIe 5.1 GPUs, and the option to switch between single and multi-rail operation, Dark Power Pro 14 IO represents the most technologically advanced power supply that be quiet! has ever built, designed for advanced, high-resolution gaming with latest graphics cards, overclocked next-gen systems, and media creation and render workstations.
"Dark Power Pro 14 IO represents the pinnacle of our expertise in power supply engineering", said Aaron Licht, CEO of be quiet!. "This is no-compromise silence and performance in its purest form. With smart software control, cooling flexibility, rail configuration, and our most advanced technology yet, Dark Power Pro 14 IO gives enthusiasts and professionals the ultimate foundation for their high-end systems."
Monitoring and full control
With the be quiet! IO Center software, Dark Power Pro 14 IO becomes the first be quiet! PSU with smart software control. The software lets users control and monitor the PSU, switch between multi-rail and single-rail modes, and choose between semi-passive or active fan settings. The dashboard shows real-time data for efficiency, fan speed, and power usage. A power cost calculator displays the electricity costs of the PSU since the last software launch, the overall cost since the first software launch, and an estimate of the monthly cost. This combination of control and insight sets a new standard for intelligent PSU management.
Revolutionary efficiency meets intelligent cooling
Dark Power Pro 14 IO is certified with 80 PLUS Titanium and Cybenetics Titanium for an energy efficiency rating of up to 94.9%. This provides benefits for a high-end system, including less power consumption and an overall cooler and quieter operation. At the heart of each model lies a fully digital control design with Active Rectifier full bridge LLC technology that provides higher efficiency, better regulation and lower ripple noise for incomparably stable operation.
The newly developed aluminum heat sink supports the semi-passive cooling concept and improves the longevity of the components. A control option allows switching between a balanced active cooling mode, where the Silent Wings fan spins all the time, and a semi-passive mode, where the fan does not spin under low load and only starts when additional cooling is required for more demanding operations. The fan itself is integrated directly into the heat sink, making it immune to vibrations. A 6-pole fan motor and fluid-dynamic bearing ultimately make for exceptionally long lifetime and minimal power consumption.
Next-generation connectivity and modular excellence
Dark Power Pro 14 IO is an ATX 3.1 PSU and comes with native integration of the 12V-2x6 connector for next-generation PCIe 5.1 graphics cards and 4 PCIe 6x2-pin connectors for support of current-gen GPUs. This makes the PSU extremely versatile and perfect for current and future high-end systems. The full-mesh front with funnel-shaped air inlet upholds the high air circulation abilities, ensuring optimal thermal performance even under maximum load.
Dark Power Pro 14 includes modular, sleeved cables that simplify component installation and reduce annoying clutter, as well as four different sizes of cable combs, making it easy to organize, route, and showcase your sleeved cables, and increase airflow and improve cooling in even the largest PC cases. Both models come with comprehensive protection against overcurrent, overvoltage, and undervoltage, short circuits, overheating, overload, and voltage surges on the input side. Product conception, design, and quality control in Germany ensures the highest standards, backed by a comprehensive 10-year manufacturer's warranty.
Dark Power Pro 14 IO will be available in retail starting September 1 at the following suggested retail pricing: $499.90 / €479.90 / £ 449.99 for 1600W and $479.90 / €439.90 / £ 399.99 for 1300W.
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