MSI teases new power supplies with 'instant protection' against melting RTX 5090 cables — promises to solve 12V-2x6 connector woes by monitoring individual wires

Published: 1 hour ago (January 2, 2026 at 11:00 AM EST)

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Source: Tom’s Hardware

MSI’s New Power Supply Solutions

Modern GPUs have a voracious appetite and the mighty Nvidia’s RTX 5090 is no exception, often causing fiery outcomes. Many companies have tried to solve this issue, including MSI once before with its yellow‑tipped connectors, but now it’s back with two new power supplies that promise next‑level safety.

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