# NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti & 5060 Stick to 8-Pin PCIe

URL: https://technosports.co.in/nvidia-geforce-rtx-5060-nvidia-rtx-5060-ti/  
Published: 2025-02-07  
Updated: 2025-02-07  
Author: REMYA BABU S

***NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060***: [NVIDIA](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nvidia)‘s upcoming **GeForce RTX 5060 Ti and RTX 5060** graphics cards are set to maintain the traditional **8-pin PCIe power connector**, despite an expected increase in power consumption. According to recent leaks, the company is opting out of using the **12VHPWR** connector that was introduced with the RTX 4000 series, making it easier for users with existing power supplies to upgrade without additional adapters or cables.

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> — Pure Tech News 🚀📱 🖥️ 🎮 (@Pur3Tech) [February 6, 2025](https://twitter.com/Pur3Tech/status/1887528764541673839?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)

## ***NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti & RTX 5060 to Stick with 8-Pin PCIe Connectors, 650W PSU Recommended***

### **RTX 5060 Ti & RTX 5060: Standard 8-Pin Power, Higher Power Draw**

Several leaks suggest that the **RTX 5060 Ti and RTX 5060** will require a **650W power supply (PSU)**—a notable increase from the **550W recommendation for the RTX 4060 series**. However, most setups with a **single 8-pin PCIe connector** should still be sufficient to power these GPUs, as their total board power (TDP) is unlikely to exceed **200W**.

### **Why is NVIDIA Sticking to 8-Pin Connectors?**

NVIDIA has been experimenting with different power connectors in its previous GPU generations, but the **12VHPWR connector has been plagued with issues**—most notably, overheating and melting problems when improperly installed. With many **RTX 4070 partner cards still using the traditional 8-pin connectors**, it’s no surprise that NVIDIA is extending the same approach to its more budget-friendly RTX 5060 lineup.

This decision will make upgrading more accessible to users still running **older GTX or RTX 2000/3000 series GPUs**, as they won’t need to change their power supply or invest in a new adapter.

> NVIDIA's GeForce RTX 5060 Ti & RTX 5060 GPUs will reportedly retain 8-pin PCIe connectors even though a noticeable power consumption increase is expected. [pic.twitter.com/8mJjhsWeqw](https://t.co/8mJjhsWeqw)
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> — Wccftech (@wccftech) [February 6, 2025](https://twitter.com/wccftech/status/1887522021518495770?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)

### **RTX 5060 Ti & RTX 5060: Expected Specs & Pricing**

### **Leaked Specifications (Preliminary):**

| Model | GPU | VRAM | Memory Bus | TDP | Power Connector |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| RTX 5060 Ti | Blackwell GB206? | 8GB/16GB GDDR7 | 128-bit | ~180-200W | 8-pin PCIe |
| RTX 5060 | Blackwell GB206? | 8GB GDDR7 | 128-bit | ~150-180W | 8-pin PCIe |

While the final **clock speeds and core configurations** remain unknown, pricing leaks suggest that:

- **RTX 5060 Ti** will cost between **¥3,299-¥3,599 ($452-$493 USD)**.
- **RTX 5060** will be priced between **¥2,599-¥3,399 ($356-$466 USD)**.

Notably, this marks a **potential price increase** compared to previous 60-class GPUs. With no direct competition from AMD in this segment, NVIDIA appears to be capitalizing on the lack of alternatives.

### **Release Date & Market Expectations**

According to multiple sources, the **GeForce RTX 5060 series is expected to launch in March-April 2025**. NVIDIA’s decision to retain the 8-pin connector and recommend a higher PSU wattage suggests that these GPUs may have slightly higher power demands than their predecessors but will remain within a **reasonable upgrade path for most gamers**.

> NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti & RTX 5060 Will Reportedly Utilize 8-Pin PCIe Connectors [https://t.co/ZhoOu8zwAK](https://t.co/ZhoOu8zwAK) [https://t.co/ZhoOu8zwAK](https://t.co/ZhoOu8zwAK)
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> — Hassan Mujtaba (@hms1193) [February 6, 2025](https://twitter.com/hms1193/status/1887483985598570558?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)

With the **RTX 4060 Ti and RTX 4060 already offering solid 1080p performance**, the **RTX 5060 series is expected to improve upon that with enhanced efficiency, better AI capabilities, and potential memory upgrades**.

### **A Convenient Upgrade Path for Gamers**

NVIDIA’s move to retain the **8-pin PCIe power connector** for the RTX 5060 Ti and RTX 5060 is a **welcome decision for upgraders**. With **650W PSU recommendations**, gamers may need to check their power supply capacity, but for most users, this should not be a major hurdle.

> Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060 Ti and 5060 won’t need 12VHPWR connector, says leak[https://t.co/3JJMmJPNgo](https://t.co/3JJMmJPNgo)
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> — FluffyKittenChan (@FluffyKitten55) [February 5, 2025](https://twitter.com/FluffyKitten55/status/1887259633183539305?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)

With **rumors of a price hike** and **no VRAM upgrade for the base RTX 5060**, the success of these GPUs will depend heavily on their real-world performance.

## FAQs

### **Why is NVIDIA not using the 12VHPWR connector?**

The **12VHPWR connector has overheating issues**, and many partner cards still use the **8-pin PCIe** standard.

### **When will the RTX 5060 series be released?**

The **RTX 5060 and RTX 5060 Ti are rumored to launch in March-April 2025**

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