The tech world is buzzing with anticipation for NVIDIA’s next-gen GeForce RTX 50 Series, expected to launch early next year. With rumors swirling about the flagship GeForce RTX 5090 and GeForce RTX 5080, companies are prepping their hardware to support these high-powered beasts.
MSI, a prominent player in the PC hardware space, has unveiled its impressive new 1600W MEG Ai1600T PCIE5 power supply. This PSU, along with its 1250W MPG A1250 (also available in 1000W and 850W versions), caught our attention during a recent tour of MSI’s factory in Shenzhen, China. The most intriguing aspect of these new PSUs is their inclusion of two 12V-2×6 power connectors, the updated 16-pin 12VHPWR connectors capable of delivering up to 600W each.
MSI’s rationale behind the additional connector is clear: they’re anticipating the next generation of graphics cards, potentially hinting at the GeForce RTX 5090 requiring dual power connections. The idea of the RTX 5090 drawing up to 600W is not entirely far-fetched, as credible sources suggest that the card might indeed need this much power. By distributing the load across two connectors, systems with multiple high-powered components (including a powerful CPU) could benefit from a more stable and reliable power delivery. This could also help mitigate issues related to power delivery and the potential for cables to overheat.
If the RTX 5090 does require dual power connectors, then purchasing a powerful PSU like the 1600W MEG Ai1600T PCIE5 from MSI might become a necessity for those wanting to experience the flagship GPU’s full potential. But don’t worry, this beast of a PSU comes with a 80 PLUS Titanium rating (a first for MSI), CYBENETICS Gold rating, and brand-new modular and patented embossed cables. It’s also remarkably compact, measuring 190x86x150mm. MSI has described its new PSUs as being “ready for high performance and high power consumption” next-gen graphics cards.
Whether or not the RTX 5090 features two 16-pin power connectors, it’s widely accepted that the 50 Series will boast higher TGPs (Thermal Design Power) compared to the existing 40 Series. The power requirements are undeniably increasing, and MSI’s new PSUs are a testament to this trend. As the release of the GeForce RTX 50 Series draws nearer, we can expect to see more innovative hardware solutions like MSI’s new PSUs emerge, catering to the increasing demands of next-generation gaming and desktop AI.
