Hey folks, I've been looking into the 12VHPWR cable for the 5070 Ti graphics card. I noticed that most cables I found require 3x 8-pin PCIe connectors. I also remember there were some 40 series cards that only needed 2x. Are there any specific 5070 Ti models that only require 2x 8-pin connectors to power the GPU? I was particularly thinking about the Asus Prime or Gigabyte Windforce models, but it seems they all require 3x 8-pin connectors.
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The 5070 Ti is rated for 300 watts, so it typically requires 3 connectors for safety reasons. Each 8-pin PCIe cable can carry about 150 watts, so theoretically, 2 cables could deliver enough power. However, Nvidia opted for the 3x connector setup to ensure extra headroom and reliability.
Yeah, the 5070 Ti needs all 3 connectors for safe operation. If possible, try to avoid using an adapter and go for a PSU that supports native 12v2x6 connections directly. It’s just better that way.
I know the Gigabyte Windforce 5070 Ti comes with a 2x cable adapter, which is handy! But I also saw some listings that were confusing, suggesting it might include a 3x adapter instead. Double-check the specs from the manufacturer's site, as sometimes those specs can be off on retail sites. Good luck with your search!
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