Intel and AMD Explore 12V-2x6 Power Connectors for Next-Gen GPUs

Despite testing new power standards, Intel and AMD remain cautious about adopting the 12V-2x6 connectors amid reliability concerns.

Intel and AMD are testing the 12V-2x6 power connectors for their upcoming graphics cards, following Nvidia's lead.
The 12V-2x6 connectors are designed to be safer and more reliable than the problematic 12VHPWR connectors used in Nvidia's RTX 4090.
Despite the testing, Intel and AMD are hesitant to switch from the traditional 8-pin connectors, which have proven stable and reliable.
The new connectors can support up to 600W, but Intel and AMD's next-gen GPUs are expected to require less power, reducing the immediate need for the change.
Power supply manufacturers and board partners might influence a shift to the new standards, depending on future market trends and demands.