PCIe 6-Pin GPU Power Connector
6-pin auxiliary power connector defined by the PCI Express Power Supply Specification, supplying up to 75W (3x +12V, 3x GND) to graphics cards in addition to the PCIe slot's own 75W.
Aliase:PCIe 6-Pin, PCI Express Power, GPU Power Connector, Graphics Card Power
PCIe 6-Pin Female Connector (Cable Side, Front View)
6 Pins
Pinout Table6
| Pin | Signal / Name | Type | Alternative Functions |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | +12V1 | Power | +12V DC Power Rail 1 (up to 75W total combined with Pins 2–3) |
| 2 | +12V2 | Power | +12V DC Power Rail 2 |
| 3 | +12V3 | Power | +12V DC Power Rail 3 |
| 4 | GND | Ground | Ground Return for +12V1 |
| 5 | GND | Ground | Ground Return for +12V2 |
| 6 | GND | Ground | Ground Return for +12V3 |