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Nvidia DLSS 5 power draw peaks at 647W, overheating 16-pin power connector reported

QuasarZone tests show the 16-pin power connector on a GeForce RTX 5090 reaches temperatures above 90 degrees Celsius at peak power consumption near 650W.

WHY IT MATTERS

The significant increase in power draw and temperatures indicates potential reliability issues with the 16-pin power connector when using DLSS 5. Engineers need to be aware of these thermal limits to avoid hardware failures during high-performance tasks. Monitoring and managing power delivery effectively will be crucial for maintaining system stability.

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The three things worth knowing

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The 16-pin power connector on the GeForce RTX 5090 can exceed 90 degrees Celsius under peak load.

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Power consumption rises by 13% with DLSS 5 enabled, reaching nearly 650W for the RTX 5090.

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High temperatures on the power connector may lead to hardware failures, including melting.

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ORIGINAL ANALYSIS

The GeForce RTX 5090's power draw peaks at 647W when using DLSS 5, which poses a risk of overheating the 16-pin power connector. This connector's temperature can reportedly exceed 90 degrees Celsius, which raises concerns about the reliability and safety of the graphics card under high loads.

The increase in power consumption by approximately 13% with DLSS 5 activated means that engineers need to ensure their systems are equipped with adequate cooling solutions. This is especially important for systems where the RTX 5090 will be utilized for demanding applications, such as gaming or 3D rendering.

The reported overheating issues are not isolated to the RTX 5090, as similar problems have been noted with other graphics cards and their connectors. This suggests a broader issue with the 16-pin power connector design that may affect multiple devices, necessitating caution and potential redesigns in power delivery systems.

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