Melty graphics cards—that's something we've heard far too much of in recent years. Though the answer today is not replacing the problem connector, but selling you fancy cables and power supplies that hope to provide peace of mind. One of many in recent months is the ROG Equalizer, but initial tests into its efficacy are inconclusive.
Asus makes some big claims with the Equalizer. It says the cable can handle a higher amperage than a standard 12V-2x6 or 12VHPWR cable, at 17 A compared to 9.2 A, and that the load will be better balanced across each pin. There are no active components in the cable, though, which means it's not a match for something like the Ampinel that will monitor and balance load across connections. Yet Asus says higher quality components can help to reduce abnormal load and cable temperatures.
