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Corsair launches gargantuan 3,000W power supply for $599.99 — comes with four native 12V‑2x6 600W GPU cables

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Corsair has unveiled the WS3000, a 3,000W power supply with 80 Plus Platinum certification, designed for systems with multi-GPU setups. This power supply is compact, fitting into standard ATX cases, and features a modular design for easy cable management. It comes with four native 12V-2x6 600W GPU cables and supports high-end motherboards with power-hungry processors. Priced at $599.99, it offers a limited ten-year warranty and is available for less at some retailers. The WS3000 prioritizes performance over noise reduction and does not support Corsair's iCUE software.

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