ASUS Unveiled the 'BTF' Connector that Draws Power from a PCIe Port
Colin Smith — January 9, 2024 — Tech
References: asus & thinkcomputers.org
The ASUS RTX 4090 BTF GPU is a powerful graphics card that features the NVIDIA Ada Lovelace architecture, which delivers twice the performance of the previous generation. It has 24GB of GDDR6X video memory, which supports stunning resolution up to 7680 x 4320, for an unparalleled gaming experience. The card also has a unique design that eliminates the need for external power cables, as it draws 600W of power directly from the PCIe High Power connector on the motherboard. This reduces cable clutter and improves airflow in the PC case.
The ASUS RTX 4090 BTF GPU is expected to launch on September 15, 2024, as part of the BTF (Back To The Future) Alliance, a collaboration between ASUS, Thermaltake, and Silverstone. The BTF Alliance aims to create a new standard for PC components and design, by hiding the connectors on the back of the motherboard and the graphics card. The price of the card has not been officially announced yet, but it is likely to be very high, considering the high demand and limited supply of GPUs in the market. The card will also require a compatible BTF motherboard and a PC case that can accommodate the cable-free design.
Image Credit: ASUS
The ASUS RTX 4090 BTF GPU is expected to launch on September 15, 2024, as part of the BTF (Back To The Future) Alliance, a collaboration between ASUS, Thermaltake, and Silverstone. The BTF Alliance aims to create a new standard for PC components and design, by hiding the connectors on the back of the motherboard and the graphics card. The price of the card has not been officially announced yet, but it is likely to be very high, considering the high demand and limited supply of GPUs in the market. The card will also require a compatible BTF motherboard and a PC case that can accommodate the cable-free design.
Image Credit: ASUS
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