This is interesting, indeed. Until this becomes an industry standard, 2 potential hurdles need to be tackled.
1. According to this article (
https://wccftech.com/asus-shows-off...thout-power-connectors-uses-proprietary-slot/), this BTF line is limited to China only.
(However, I suppose one can order one via Taobao or JD or Aliexpress)
2. Most current cases might not be able to provide the extra space needed underneath the mobo.
(However, I think a test bench can easily accommodate by using taller standoffs?)
And, to Asus's credit, that relocation of the power connector of the GPU from top to bottom seems a really smart move?
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