Gigabyte Z490 gaming module with 12-pin power connector

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ShadowdemonX5
Junior Member

07-07-2020, 07:13 PM

noticed the z490 gaming x byu gigabyte byte includes an additional 4-pin connector at the top. my cooler master gx 550w 80+ only has two 4-pin connectors, whereas my motherboard provides three. (z77x d3h) would adding an extender to convert a 4-pin to an 8-pin work? or should i look for another option?

ShadowdemonX5

07-07-2020, 07:13 PM #1

TheWoffelMaker
Member

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07-07-2020, 08:48 PM

Avoid the extra 4pin when your CPU isn’t a 10900k and you intend to push it hard. Justifying such a CPU won’t strain your budget with a new PSU.

TheWoffelMaker

07-07-2020, 08:48 PM #2

Avoid the extra 4pin when your CPU isn’t a 10900k and you intend to push it hard. Justifying such a CPU won’t strain your budget with a new PSU.

aguzz123123
Senior Member

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07-09-2020, 06:14 AM

You're targeting a 10900k processor, avoiding overclocking to prevent minor performance drops with the XTU, and opting for a motherboard that doesn't require overclocking.

aguzz123123

07-09-2020, 06:14 AM #3

You're targeting a 10900k processor, avoiding overclocking to prevent minor performance drops with the XTU, and opting for a motherboard that doesn't require overclocking.

SnowPussy
Junior Member

07-14-2020, 09:08 AM

It may slow down performance under general load, but not necessarily if you overclock it.

SnowPussy

07-14-2020, 09:08 AM #4

It may slow down performance under general load, but not necessarily if you overclock it.

qAlexGK
Junior Member

07-14-2020, 09:49 PM

Secure a fresh power source. With $550 for a high-performance CPU and $200–$250 for an expensive board, you can allocate about $80 for a reliable power supply.

qAlexGK

07-14-2020, 09:49 PM #5

Secure a fresh power source. With $550 for a high-performance CPU and $200–$250 for an expensive board, you can allocate about $80 for a reliable power supply.