Introduction
The Enermax MaxTytan 1250W represents the pinnacle of power supply engineering, featuring 80 PLUS Titanium certification and positioning itself as a flagship offering in the ultra-premium segment. This unit is designed for enthusiasts and professionals who demand the absolute best in performance, efficiency, and reliability.
At $299.99 MSRP, the MaxTytan commands a significant premium over standard Gold-rated units. However, its Titanium efficiency rating, exceptional build quality, and comprehensive feature set make it a compelling choice for users building the most demanding systems. But does it deliver on its premium promise?
Design and Build Quality
The MaxTytan features a sophisticated design that reflects its premium positioning. The unit's brushed aluminum finish and precision-engineered chassis create an immediate impression of quality and craftsmanship. Dimensions are standard ATX at 150mm x 86mm x 160mm, ensuring broad compatibility.
Build quality is exceptional throughout. The chassis feels incredibly solid and well-engineered, with no flex or cheap materials evident. The unit's substantial weight (2.2kg) indicates high-quality internal components and robust construction. Every detail, from the modular cable connectors to the fan mounting, reflects premium engineering.
Advanced Cooling System
The 135mm fluid dynamic bearing fan features Enermax's advanced thermal management system. The fan operates with exceptional smoothness and remains virtually silent under normal loads. Fan curves are intelligently programmed, with the fan remaining off until approximately 35% load.
The cooling system includes advanced thermal sensors and adaptive fan control, ensuring optimal thermal management while maintaining acoustic performance. Even under full load, noise levels remain impressively low at approximately 30dBA measured at 1 meter.
Performance Testing
Our comprehensive testing protocol evaluates efficiency, voltage regulation, ripple suppression, and thermal performance across various load conditions. The MaxTytan demonstrated exceptional performance in all categories, living up to its Titanium certification.
Exceptional Voltage Regulation
Voltage regulation is outstanding across all rails, significantly exceeding ATX specifications. The +12V rail maintained regulation within ±0.5% under all load conditions, while the +5V and +3.3V rails showed variations well under 0.8%.
This level of voltage stability is exceptional and indicates the highest quality internal components and circuit design. Such tight regulation is crucial for high-end systems, particularly those with overclocked components or sensitive hardware.
Superior Ripple Suppression
Ripple suppression is exemplary, with measurements well below ATX maximums on all rails. Under full load, ripple remained under 12mV on the +12V rail and under 20mV on the +5V and +3.3V rails. These results place the MaxTytan among the best-performing units we've ever tested.
The exceptional ripple suppression indicates superior filtering and the highest quality capacitors throughout the unit. This contributes to system stability and can significantly improve overclocking headroom on sensitive components.
Efficiency Performance
The 80 PLUS Titanium certification is well-earned, with the MaxTytan consistently achieving efficiency levels above 94% across most of its operating range. Even at 20% load, efficiency remains above 90%, demonstrating the unit's exceptional performance under light loads.
This high efficiency translates to lower operating costs and reduced heat generation, making the MaxTytan particularly suitable for systems that operate for extended periods or in warm environments.
Thermal Management
Thermal performance is excellent, with the unit maintaining safe operating temperatures throughout all testing scenarios. Internal temperatures remained well within safe limits even during extended full-load testing in a 25°C ambient environment.
The advanced thermal management system ensures optimal cooling while maintaining acoustic performance. The system includes multiple thermal sensors and adaptive fan control, providing precise temperature monitoring and control.
Real-World Performance
In real-world testing with an extreme high-end system (Intel Core i9-13900KS + RTX 4090 + multiple NVMe drives), the MaxTytan delivered flawless performance. System stability was never compromised, and the unit handled all power demands with ease.
The 1250W capacity provides substantial headroom for even the most demanding configurations, including dual-GPU setups and heavily overclocked systems. The unit's exceptional efficiency and stability make it suitable for professional workstations and enthusiast gaming rigs.
Modular Cable System
The fully modular cable system is exceptionally well-designed and user-friendly. All cables, including the 24-pin motherboard connector, are detachable, allowing for excellent cable management. Cable quality is outstanding, with premium sleeving and secure connectors.
Cable lengths are well-considered, providing adequate reach without excessive slack:
- 24-pin motherboard: 610mm
- 8-pin CPU: 650mm
- 6+2-pin PCIe: 650mm + 150mm
- SATA: 500mm + 150mm + 150mm
- Molex: 500mm + 150mm + 150mm
Advanced Features
The MaxTytan includes several advanced features that justify its premium positioning. The unit features comprehensive protection systems including OVP, UVP, OCP, OTP, and SCP. Additionally, it includes advanced monitoring capabilities and can interface with motherboard software for real-time monitoring.
The unit also features a zero-fan mode that keeps the fan completely off until 35% load, contributing to its exceptional acoustic performance. This feature is particularly valuable for users building silent or near-silent systems.
