The idea of the improved form factor for the EDGE is great and in certain scenarios it can definitely help in creating a cleaner overall build. Yet for the form factor to catch on there must be traction from a lot of vendors, and at this point dual-chamber cases are not the new norm in the industry. Hence, the novel form factor of the EDGE might have a limited circle of benefactors for a while.

But aside from the form factor, the Lian Li EDGE 1300 W is still an ATX power supply with a lot of things going for it. For its specs and performance it has the right price tag, and while I'm not particularly concerned with the styling of a PSU, I can definitely appreciate the number of high quality sleeved cables included with the unit. Just make sure to check the lengths if you intend to use this unit in a regular case.

If we talk alternatives, ATX 3.1 power supplies haven't really filled the market yet (and do not be discouraged from shopping for "only" ATX 3.0 units), and there really is nothing in the shape of the EDGE.

For more bang for the book oriented consumers, there are quite a lot of PSUs to choose from in the 1200–1400 W realm. 80 Plus Gold has become pretty much the de facto baseline for mid-range to more premium power supplies in terms of efficiency. Thus, if you don't mind the slightly lower efficiency and older style 12VHPWR cables, there are great options at a significantly lower cost.