be quiet! Pure Power & Power Zone PSUs, Shadow Rock 2, Shadow Rock Slim - Computex 2013

The Computex 2013 coverage from Linus Tech Tips highlights be quiet! new lineup across four products: the Pure Power, the Power Zone, the Shadow Rock 2, and the Shadow Rock Slim. The Pure Power is presented as a non modular 600 W power supply that emphasizes practicality in connector count, including four PCIe 6+2 connectors, aimed at reasonably priced systems yet capable of supporting dual graphics cards without overextending power budgets, especially with Haswell-era processors. The Power Zone is portrayed as a more feature rich, fully modular unit with an attractive price point, 80 Plus Bronze efficiency, and a modular interface plus adapters that allow case fans to be driven by the PSU for overall system quietness. Linus then breaks down the cooling side with the Shadow Rock 2, a large tower cooler priced around $40 that emphasizes multiple fan mounting options and a sturdy top plate for clean aesthetics, signaling strong value for air cooling performance. Finally, the Shadow Rock Slim is introduced as a high-quality, Taiwan-manufactured version using advanced heat pipes and a compact 20 mm fan design that enables installation in platforms with tighter DIMM or clearance constraints, while maintaining similar performance to the standard Shadow Rock 2. Across the segment, the host underlines Be Quiet!'s emphasis on quiet operation, thoughtful packaging of accessories, and competitive pricing that makes these products compelling for builders looking for reliability and quietness in both power supplies and coolers. The coverage concludes with thanks to Western Digital, Corsair, and nc.com as sponsors and a reminder to subscribe for more Linus Tech Tips content from Computex 2013.

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