ASUS Demonstrates 2,600W Power Delivery to RTX 5090 with Cableless GPU Connector
In response to increasing concerns over the safety of high-power GPU cables, ASUS has showcased a groundbreaking experiment: delivering over 2,600W of power to an NVIDIA RTX 5090 using its innovative cableless GPU power solution called the Back to the Future (BTF) connector. During a recent demonstration, ASUS China GM Tony Yu managed to supply nearly 2,000W into the flagship GPU, highlighting the robustness of the new connection design.
The BTF connector system aims to eliminate the traditional external power cables that have been linked to multiple incidents of melting and fires, especially with the high-wattage RTX 4090 and RTX 5090 models. Unlike conventional 16-pin (12VHPWR) connectors, the BTF standard integrates a specialized socket on the motherboard that can handle significantly higher power loads safely.
Yu’s extreme test pushed the system beyond typical operational limits, reaching over 2,600W while maintaining low temperatures—creeping only around 41°C even at these power levels. This demonstrates the potential for safer, more reliable high-end GPU power delivery, possibly reducing risks associated with cable failures and improving the overall design of future gaming and workstation PCs. Industry adoption of ASUS’s BTF technology could signify a major shift in how GPUs are powered, paving the way for cleaner aesthetics and enhanced safety in high-performance computing setups.
However, widespread availability and compatibility are still pending confirmation, as industry partners evaluate integration timelines. With the ongoing issues related to melting cables and fire hazards, ASUS’s innovation presents an intriguing solution that might redefine standards for GPU power supplies in the near future.
