Nvidia RTX 5090 Power Connector Reaches Alarming 150°C in Thermal Tests

Reviewers highlight significant thermal issues with the 12V-2x6 power connector on Nvidia's flagship GPU, raising concerns about long-term reliability.

• Thermal imaging tests revealed the 12V-2x6 power connector on the Nvidia RTX 5090 reaching temperatures exceeding 150°C.
• The issue was observed during testing of the water-cooled Inno3D RTX 5090 Frostbite, which consumed up to 600W of power under load.
• Reviewer Andreas Schilling noted that the power connector and PSU showed signs of thermal stress, though no melting was observed in this instance.
• The high temperatures raise questions about the design and durability of the updated 12V-2x6 connector, which has been a persistent weak point in recent GPU generations.
• Experts caution that prolonged use under such conditions could pose safety risks, despite the absence of immediate damage in initial tests.

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