Between the HX1500i (2023) and C1500 Platinum, the HX1500i (2023) comes out ahead in several specs, while the C1500 Platinum wins on several specs. Overall, the HX1500i (2023) scores 90.7 and the C1500 Platinum scores 90.7 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
These two are evenly matched on the broad strokes, with the decision sitting on which individual spec advantages weigh more for your use.
The HX1500i (2023) doesn't pull ahead on any single popular-comparison spec — its strengths sit in the spec table groups rather than the headline advantages.
The C1500 Platinum similarly doesn't carry a headline advantage on the popular specs — look at the full table for category-specific deltas.
Both ship with comparable wattage, efficiency, modular, so those specs don't separate the two — focus on the differences below.
Bottom line: there is no wrong answer here — match the spec advantages to how you actually use the product. The Mars Score parity tells you both are well-rounded; the differences are about trade-offs, not quality.
Why Corsair - HX1500i (2023) wins
- No decisive advantages.
Why NZXT - C1500 Platinum wins
- No decisive advantages.
Spec comparison
Spec
| Spec | Corsair - HX1500i (2023) | NZXT - C1500 Platinum |
|---|---|---|
| Wattage | 1500 W | 1500 W |
| Efficiency | 80+ Platinum | 80+ Platinum |
| Form factor | ATX | ATX |
Features
| Spec | Corsair - HX1500i (2023) | NZXT - C1500 Platinum |
|---|---|---|
| Modular | full | full |
| ATX 3.0 / 12VHPWR | true | true |
| Warranty | 10 yrs | 10 yrs |
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