Nvidia RTX 5090 power connector melts during DLSS 5 stress testing

A recent stress test of the Nvidia RTX 5090 graphics card resulted in the melting of its 12V-2x6 power connector. The incident occurred during a DLSS 5 performance benchmark, where the card drew over 600 watts of power, exceeding its rated 575-watt capacity. The testing revealed that several pins in the connector were not distributing power correctly, causing a localized power spike that generated sufficient heat to melt the plastic housing. This failure highlights the critical importance of ensuring that high-power connectors are fully seated to prevent resistance-induced overheating. While the card was a gaming-focused model from a third-party manufacturer, the incident underscores the potential risks associated with high-wattage power delivery in modern GPUs. The report also notes that the RPCS3 emulator has been updated to allow users to play PlayStation 3 games directly from physical discs, eliminating the need for manual file dumping and potentially reducing the risk of data corruption or warranty issues associated with traditional extraction methods.

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A recent stress test of the Nvidia RTX 5090 graphics card resulted in the melting of its 12V-2x6 power connector. The incident occurred during a DLSS 5 performance benchmark, where the card drew over 600 watts of power, exceeding its rated 575-watt capacity. The testing revealed that several pins in the connector were not distributing power correctly, causing a localized power spike that generated sufficient heat to melt the plastic housing. This failure highlights the critical importance of ensuring that high-power connectors are fully seated to prevent resistance-induced overheating. While the card was a gaming-focused model from a third-party manufacturer, the incident underscores the potential risks associated with high-wattage power delivery in modern GPUs. The report also notes that the RPCS3 emulator has been updated to allow users to play PlayStation 3 games directly from physical discs, eliminating the need for manual file dumping and potentially reducing the risk of data corruption or warranty issues associated with traditional extraction methods.

The Nvidia RTX 5090 power connector melted during a DLSS 5 stress test. The GPU drew over 600 watts, exceeding its 575-watt power rating.

Improper power distribution across connector pins caused localized overheating. The RPCS3 emulator now supports direct disc playback for PlayStation 3 games.

Direct disc playback in RPCS3 removes the need for manual file extraction.

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IntroductionThe hosts introduce the show and the topics of the day.Nintendo DirectThe hosts discuss recent Nintendo Direct announcements, including Kirby and the World Beyond.Runescape HeistA discussion on a former Jagex employee who was sentenced for stealing in-game items.Power Supply FailureThe hosts analyze a video of a power supply unit catching fire during testing.RTX 5090 Connector MeltingDetailed breakdown of the RTX 5090 power connector failure during DLSS 5 testing.RPCS3 UpdateOverview of the new RPCS3 emulator feature allowing direct disc playback.Fake HeadlinesThe hosts present and debunk several fake tech news headlines.What We're PlayingThe hosts discuss the games they are currently playing, including Elden Ring and GTA IV.

Worth noting

  • The video discusses unverified rumors and 'fake headlines' as part of its content.
  • The report of the RTX 5090 connector melting is based on a single user-submitted report from a forum.
  • The video is set in the year 2026, which is a fictional or future-dated context.

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