GPU problem

[ahmad9794]

I have CoolerMaster Extreme 500w PSU.

And this psu has only 1 4+4pin and 1 6pin connector.

 

Today I purchased Asus Dual RX 580 8gb and this GPU suports only 8 pin connector.

 

Now I have 3 options:

1. Run using 6pin female to 8pin male

2. Run using molex to 4pin connector(2x)[picture attached]

3. Buy new PSU which is costly way.

 

I think 500w is enough for rx 580 8gb along with 4790K. Please let me know which is better way.

[Fasauceome]

If anything, I would use a molex to 6 pin then dual 6 pin to 8 pin, but as a rule of thumb, u would never use a PSU that doesn't have enough connectors for the job. That's the most explicit was something would be inadequate.

[Ryujin2003]

I agree with @fasauceome. I wouldn't use a PSU that doesn't already have the required connectors. Using adapters makes me nervous about cables having more current passing through than they were designed for. And I ran dual RX 480s, and even a single one uses quite a bit of power, especially if you OC it. I would be worried about burning out some wires because it's not meant for it and damaging my hardware. Yes adapter is cheaper up front, but if something gets damaged, an new PSU is cheaper than replacing other hardware.

[ahmad9794]

Thanks aoo much to all of you.