Corsair unveils HX1000i Shift Crystal power supply with clear panels and per-pin GPU safety

Corsair launched the HX1000i Shift Crystal on November 12, introducing a 1000 W Cybenetics Platinum certified power supply priced at £249.99 in the UK. The unit encases its internal hardware behind clear transparent panels on three sides and uses side-mounted modular cable connections designed for modern dual-chamber enclosures. It complies with ATX 3.1 and PCIe 5.1 standards, delivers up to 83.3 A on its +12 V rail, and carries a ten-year warranty. [1][2][3]

The standout feature is PinProtect+, an active overcurrent monitoring system dedicated to the native 12V-2x6 graphics card connection. Managed through Corsair's iCUE software, it monitors current on each individual +12 V pin, letting users set safety limits between 7 A and 10 A with a default of 9.5 A, as well as customize activation delay timers. If a pin draws excessive current, the unit throttles or cuts power while switching its 140 mm RGB fan lighting to red to alert the user of loose contact or potential thermal degradation. [1][2][3]

The power supply also integrates an internal iCUE LINK System Hub that supports up to 24 daisy-chained devices across two channels without requiring a dedicated add-in hub. Cooling is handled by a 140 mm magnetic dome bearing RGB fan that supports Zero RPM silent operation under lighter workloads. [1][2]