Are future graphics card designs requiring dual 16-pin connectors?

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Are future graphics card designs requiring dual 16-pin connectors?

Are future graphics card designs requiring dual 16-pin connectors?

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_Furkan_
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07-27-2025, 10:03 PM

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Guys I need to purchase a power supply but a thought popped into my head. Just in case you know, the 5090 almost needed dual 16 pin connectors due to its high power draw. I want to confirm if it's okay to buy a 1000w or 1200w one that lasts a long time, since power supplies aren't usually upgraded and you don't want to buy a weaker one first for the 5070. With the 6090 coming out, will everyone need to get new supplies or is there an adapter for modular ones?

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_Furkan_

07-27-2025, 10:03 PM #1

Guys I need to purchase a power supply but a thought popped into my head. Just in case you know, the 5090 almost needed dual 16 pin connectors due to its high power draw. I want to confirm if it's okay to buy a 1000w or 1200w one that lasts a long time, since power supplies aren't usually upgraded and you don't want to buy a weaker one first for the 5070. With the 6090 coming out, will everyone need to get new supplies or is there an adapter for modular ones?

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megsterz
Member

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07-28-2025, 05:32 AM

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Creating adapters to use a PSU with components it wasn't built for is seldom advisable.

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megsterz

07-28-2025, 05:32 AM #2

Creating adapters to use a PSU with components it wasn't built for is seldom advisable.