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Resolved: A comparison of 8-pin and 6-pin configurations.

Resolved: A comparison of 8-pin and 6-pin configurations.

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09-26-2016, 01:56 PM
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Greetings. I recently acquired a GTX 1060, and my power supply provides approximately 450-550 watts. My PSU features two six-pin connectors, each with a twin connector forming an eight-pin configuration. I’ve currently connected one of the six pins, including its associated twin connector, to the eight-pin port on my GTX 1060. I’m considering using the supplied adapter – an eight-pin to two six-pin device – and plugging both six-pin connectors into the GTX 1060. Please advise whether utilizing the adapter would be preferable, and I’m happy to provide further explanation if needed.
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09-26-2016, 01:56 PM #1

Greetings. I recently acquired a GTX 1060, and my power supply provides approximately 450-550 watts. My PSU features two six-pin connectors, each with a twin connector forming an eight-pin configuration. I’ve currently connected one of the six pins, including its associated twin connector, to the eight-pin port on my GTX 1060. I’m considering using the supplied adapter – an eight-pin to two six-pin device – and plugging both six-pin connectors into the GTX 1060. Please advise whether utilizing the adapter would be preferable, and I’m happy to provide further explanation if needed.

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HorseyHay
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09-27-2016, 07:53 PM
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Power supply unit (PSU) makers frequently employ a 6+2 pin connector in place of a standard 8-pin due to its increased adaptability. Essentially, a 6+2 configuration functions equivalently to an 8-pin connection.
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09-27-2016, 07:53 PM #2

Power supply unit (PSU) makers frequently employ a 6+2 pin connector in place of a standard 8-pin due to its increased adaptability. Essentially, a 6+2 configuration functions equivalently to an 8-pin connection.

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benice45
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09-29-2016, 03:18 AM
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That’s not an improvement.
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benice45
09-29-2016, 03:18 AM #3

That’s not an improvement.

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10-03-2016, 09:49 PM
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ThatVietGuy :
No, that would not be better.
Ok so the one 8 pin would be better than 2 6 pins?
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TacticalWolfs
10-03-2016, 09:49 PM #4

ThatVietGuy :
No, that would not be better.
Ok so the one 8 pin would be better than 2 6 pins?

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10-19-2016, 01:19 AM
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Power supply unit (PSU) companies prefer the 6+2 pin connector over a standard 8-pin due to its increased adaptability. Practically speaking, a 6+2 configuration is equivalent to an 8-pin connection.
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Grimzagh
10-19-2016, 01:19 AM #5

Power supply unit (PSU) companies prefer the 6+2 pin connector over a standard 8-pin due to its increased adaptability. Practically speaking, a 6+2 configuration is equivalent to an 8-pin connection.

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11-01-2016, 03:28 AM
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lrot123:
ThatVietGuy:
No, that wouldn't improve things.
So a single eight-pin connector would be superior to two six-pin connectors?
Simply maintain your current configuration. There’s no valid justification for utilizing adapters.
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xFqtal_
11-01-2016, 03:28 AM #6

lrot123:
ThatVietGuy:
No, that wouldn't improve things.
So a single eight-pin connector would be superior to two six-pin connectors?
Simply maintain your current configuration. There’s no valid justification for utilizing adapters.

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