GPU upgrade question

Groundhog · 9 Mar 2024 at 15:08

Hi Guys,
I have a 2070 super which I am looking to upgrade.
I have a Kolink Continuum 850w 80 plus platinum MPSU with 2 x 6+2 connectors.
I'm confused about the connector requirements for the 4070 and 4070super GPU's.
Can I just buy and not worry or do I need some kind of adaptor?

thanks

GH

mickyflinn · 9 Mar 2024 at 15:15

The 4070 will come with a adapter to the 8 pin pcie connectors so you won't need to buy anything.

Tetras · 9 Mar 2024 at 17:47

Groundhog said:
I have a Kolink Continuum 850w 80 plus platinum MPSU with 2 x 6+2 connectors.
I'm confused about the connector requirements for the 4070 and 4070super GPU's.
Can I just buy and not worry or do I need some kind of adaptor?

AIB 4070: most are the regular 8-pin.
4070 FE: uses the 12/16 pin.

4070 Super: most are 12/16 pin.

4070 Super: AIB cards will come with a 2x PCI-E 8-pin to 12/16 pin adapter in the box.

Groundhog · 9 Mar 2024 at 18:37

Thanks for the replies.
It sounds like a 4070 is no problem.
If I went for a 4070super with a 12/16 pin do I connect the 2 6 pin or 2 8pin?
Sorry for newb question?

GH

Tetras · 9 Mar 2024 at 20:15

Groundhog said:
do I connect the 2 6 pin or 2 8pin?

The adapter is 2x8 to 12/16, so you need all 8 pins (from the 6+2).

Groundhog · 9 Mar 2024 at 23:06

Thanks Tetras.
I understand now.
GH