Question ASUS Crosshair hero VIII w/ Ryzen 3800X Need both power connections?

[Ignitros]

I am curious if I need to plug in both the 8 pin and 4 pin power connections on an ASUS Crosshair hero VIII motherboard when paired with a Ryzen 3800X?

 

[richiestang_78]

The general rule is that it will work fine with just the 8 pin, but if your PSU has both use both. I dont believe its even possible to overclock a Ryzen to the point where you can exceed the 8 pins power limit.

 

[Ignitros]

I assume that is the 4 pin EPS cable? The CableMod pro kit I purchased didn't come with the 4 pin that's why I ask. I have the Corsair AX860i PSU so that should have the 4 pin connection capable?

 

[richiestang_78]

Its the 4 pin ATX12V cable. And its up to you, like I said I dont think you will ever exceed the 8 pins power delivery limit in anything but some crazy LN2 setup.

Heres a nice little guide

http://support.antec.com/support/solutions/articles/1000140052-what-is-this-connector-for-

 

[Ignitros]

Yes 4 pin EPS. And its up to you, like I said I dont think you will ever exceed the 8 pins power delivery limit in anything but some crazy LN2 setup.

Okay.. Cool. That's what I figured but thought it best to ask first.