Fractal Design Ion 3 850W Gold
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Fractal Design Ion 3 850W Gold
The Fractal Design Ion 3 Gold 850W provides stable and efficient power in a compact, fully modular design engineered for modern high-end components. Its 80 PLUS Gold certification ensures high efficiency with minimal waste heat, while the 140mm Momentum fan with a fluid dynamic bearing and optional Zero-RPM mode guarantees almost silent operation. Native support for the ATX12V 3.1 standard and a 16-pin PCIe Gen 5 (12V-2×6) connector prepare your build for both current and future generation graphics cards. Premium Japanese 105°C-rated capacitors and a 10-year warranty then offer long-term reliability and peace of mind.
850W
Power
ATX
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80 PLUS Gold
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Modularity
Key features of the Fractal Design Ion 3 850W Gold PC power supply
- 850W power with 80 PLUS Gold certification ensures high efficiency and low running costs, even under full load
- ATX12V 3.1 compliance with GPU power excursion handling guarantees stability even with the most demanding graphics cards
- Native 16-pin PCIe Gen 5 (12V-2×6) cable with short-circuit detection pins for a secure connection to modern graphics cards
- Fully modular design simplifies installation and lets you connect only the necessary cables for a cleaner internal layout
- 140mm Momentum fan with fluid dynamic bearing (FDB) ensures quieter, cooler operation and a long lifespan
- Optional Zero-RPM mode allows the fan to switch off completely at low loads for virtually silent operation
- UltraFlex cables offer exceptional flexibility for easy routing and a clean layout in any case
- Premium 105°C-rated Japanese capacitors guarantee reliability and a long lifespan even under demanding conditions
Choosing a power supply
When choosing a suitable PC power supply, the key parameter besides the form factor is its power output. This indicates the maximum number of watts the power supply can continuously provide to the computer's components. It is a good idea to use a web-based calculator to work out the optimal power output based on your chosen components.
A power supply ready for the future
Compliance with the ATX12V 3.1 standard ensures a seamless connection for both current and future-generation components. The Fractal Design Ion 3 Gold 850W handles the power excursions of modern graphics cards, which can briefly demand significantly more power than their nominal rating. The native 16-pin PCIe Gen 5 (12V-2×6) connector with integrated short-circuit detection pins provides reliable and safe power to even the most powerful GPUs.
Native PCIe Gen 5 support
Modern graphics cards require a reliable, high-wattage power supply, which is why the Fractal Design Ion 3 Gold 850W comes with a native 16-pin PCIe Gen 5 (12V-2×6) connector. This cable can deliver up to 600W of power directly to the graphics card without needing adapters or converters, which can pose a potential risk. The shortened sense pins ensure a secure connection and protect against short circuits or incorrect insertion of the connector. This technology keeps your hardware protected and ensures the graphics card receives clean, stable energy for maximum performance without system crashes or instability.
The Fractal Design Ion 3 has Momentum cooling for quiet operation
The powerful 140mm Momentum 14 fan with a fluid dynamic bearing (FDB) ensures effective cooling with minimal noise. Liquid crystal polymer (LCP) blades optimise airflow and contribute to a longer lifespan for the entire power supply. This design allows the Fractal Design Ion 3 Gold 850W to run cooler and quieter than standard power supplies, which you'll appreciate especially in quiet builds focused on minimal noise.
80 PLUS Gold certified efficiency
The 80 PLUS Gold certification guarantees an energy conversion efficiency of at least 90% at typical loads. The Fractal Design Ion 3 Gold 850W minimises losses and waste heat through its optimised topology with LLC resonance and synchronous rectification. Lower electricity consumption means savings on your energy bills, and less thermal stress on components extends their lifespan.
Quiet operation without compromise
Variable fan speed automatically adjusts the cooling intensity based on the power supply's current load. At lower loads, you can activate the Zero-RPM mode, which stops the fan completely for almost silent operation. The Fractal Design Ion 3 Gold 850W thus offers an optimal balance between efficient cooling and quiet performance, ideal for silent gaming or workstation builds.
A PC power supply with a fully modular design
The fully modular design lets you connect only the cables you actually need, eliminating unnecessary clutter inside the case. The flat-design UltraFlex cables offer exceptional flexibility for easy routing, even in compact builds. The Fractal Design Ion 3 Gold 850W makes it easy to build a tidy and aesthetically clean system with optimal airflow.
Designed for a long lifespan
Premium 105°C-rated Japanese electrolytic capacitors ensure stable performance and reliability even under long-term load in demanding conditions. A mean time between failures (MTBF) of 100000 hours confirms the quality of the components used. Furthermore, the Fractal Design Ion 3 Gold 850W is covered by a 10-year warranty, which provides long-term peace of mind.
Connectors
- ATX 24‑pin, 600mm 1×
- ATX 12V 4+4‑pin, 700mm 2×
- PCI‑E 6+2‑pin, 650mm, 3×
- PCI‑E Gen 5 12V-2×6, 700mm, 1×
- SATA, 400+150+150+150mm, 1× (4× connectors)
- SATA, 650+150mm, 1× (2× connectors)
- Total number of SATA connectors: 6×
- Molex, 650+150mm, 1× (2× connectors)
- Total number of Molex connectors: 2×
Package contents
- Power cable
- Modular cables
- Accessory kit (screws, cable ties, logos)
- User manual
80 PLUS certification in the European market
The 80 PLUS certification was created to objectively evaluate the efficiency of computer power supplies. This gives users a simple and clear way to compare different models. In the European market (where 230V is used), there are six levels of 80 PLUS certification, each with set requirements for power supplies. Higher energy efficiency primarily means lower energy consumption.
| PC power supply load | Efficiency at 20% load | Efficiency at 50% load | Efficiency at 100% load |
|---|---|---|---|
| 80 PLUS | 82% | 85% | 82% |
| 80 PLUS Bronze | 85% | 88% | 85% |
| 80 PLUS Silver | 87% | 90% | 87% |
| 80 PLUS Gold | 90% | 92% | 89% |
| 80 PLUS Platinum | 92% | 94% | 90% |
| 80 PLUS Titanium | 94% | 96% | 94% |
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Fractal Gaming AB, Victor Hasselblads gata 16A, 42131 Gothenburg, Sweden [email protected]
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