The upcoming GeForce RTX 5090, NVIDIA's highly anticipated next-gen GPU, could require two 16-pin power connectors, according to recent rumors. This suggests the card may draw up to 1200 watts of power, though its total graphics power (TGP) will likely land closer to 600 watts. NVIDIA’s goal with dual connectors isn't solely to max out wattage, but to distribute the load for better stability and connector longevity.
Built on the new "Blackwell" architecture and leveraging TSMC’s advanced 4NP node, the RTX 5090 promises improved performance-per-watt. However, the sheer power demands of this beastly GPU mean that users will likely need modern PSUs (ATX 3.0 or 3.1), with at least one native 600W 16-pin connector, alongside potentially utilizing an adapter for legacy 8-pin PCIe power inputs.
The transition to dual 16-pin connectors could be a game-changer, but also signals a departure from older power supply units. With PSU manufacturers already releasing models
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