Do I need to connect both CPU power connectors on the MSI B850 Tomahawk?

September 4, 2025 1 answer
Asked by ChillPanda42
Hey everyone! I'm currently installing a 9800X3D on my MSI B850 Tomahawk motherboard, which has two 8-pin CPU power connectors. Do I really need to connect both of them to the PSU, or is one enough?

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TechWhiz123
You really only need to connect one 8-pin power connector for any of the CPUs that fit on AM5. So, you're all good with just one connection!

CuriousCat9: Whatโ€™s the purpose of the second connector then? Any idea?

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