ASUS has introduced a new solution under the BTF (Back-To-Front) standard, aimed at building PCs with minimal visible wiring. The new GC-HPWR power connector will be located directly on the motherboard, allowing even high-end, power-hungry graphics cards to be connected without the risk of cable melting.
BTF 2.0: Delivering 1000W to the GPU
The BTF 2.0 standard used by ASUS can deliver up to 1000W of power to the GPU, compared to 600W in the first revision. To achieve these levels, ASUS uses heavy copper - thicker contact elements that allow for high power transfer with low resistance and temperature. This approach aims to provide reliable power to even the most demanding graphics cards.
Compatibility and Versatility
Graphics cards with BTF 2.0 support will feature both a proprietary ASUS connector (either retractable or removable) and a traditional 12V-2x6 connector. This dual-connector approach makes the cards more versatile, allowing users to integrate them with any motherboard and ensures wide compatibility regardless of the user preference for this specific standard. ASUS has stated it wants cards with BTF 2.0 to be compatible with as many motherboards as possible.
Availability
ASUS has not yet announced a release date for graphics cards supporting the BTF 2.0 standard. As such, it's unknown when these new cards will hit the market.
Source: ASUS Official Website
