{
  "id": 4407323,
  "title": "Corsair RM1000e (2026) ThermalProtect power supply review: Temperature-sensing 12V-2x6 cable shuts the GPU down before a connector can melt",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/30/corsair-rm1000e-2026-thermalprotect-power-supply-review-temperature",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-08-30T11:05:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Tom's Hardware",
    "slug": "tom-s-hardware",
    "url": "https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/power-supplies/corsair-rm1000e-2026-thermalprotect-power-supply-review"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Corsair has been manufacturing power supplies for a long time, with their first unit launched nearly two decades ago. The company offers a wide range of PSUs, from small SFX units to 2000W flagships. They often modify the core hardware from OEMs like CWT, Seasonic, Great Wall, and HEC to enhance performance and reliability. Corsair's RMe line, positioned below the RMx and HXi units, has been through multiple revisions since 2022. The 2026 version, released on August 18th, introduces the ThermalProtect 12V-2x6 cable, which is designed to prevent GPU connector melting rather than merely providing a warning. This cable features a built-in temperature sensor that shuts down the GPU if the cable reaches 65°C, which takes place within milliseconds. The RM1000e (2026) model, priced at $179.99 with a 7-year warranty, boasts a 1000W single-rail 12V output rated for 50°C ambient temperature. Specifications and design-wise, the unit is compact, measuring 140 x 150 x 86 mm, and comes in a matte black finish with a tri-lobe perforation pattern, giving it an expensive appearance. The connector type is hardwired modular ATX, featuring 24 pins, 1 EPS 4+4 pin, 2 PCI-E 5.1, 1 PCI-E 8 pin, 4 SATA, and 6 Molex connectors. There is no 80 PLUS logo on the box, as Corsair decided to use Cybenetics for certifications instead. The RM1000e is designed to fit into any ATX supply slot, and its fan grille is a visually appealing tri-lobe pattern. An interesting feature is the large rocker switch on the rear face, which automatically activates semi-passive mode without requiring user intervention.",
  "summary": "Corsair's mainstream RMe series returns for 2026 with Platinum-class efficiency, a 500W fanless window, and a temperature-sensing 12V-2x6 cable that shuts the GPU down before a connector can melt.",
  "key_points": [
    "Corsair launches RM1000e (2026) power supply on August 18th",
    "ThermalProtect 12V-2x6 cable shuts down GPU at 65°C",
    "RM1000e (2026) compact design at 1000W output"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}