Attention, Nvidia GPU users — you need to be wary of riser cable setups, especially when using an RTX 5090
- A Reddit user's RTX 5090 has partially melted a PCIe riser cable
- Some of the riser cable's material is stuck on the RTX 5090's backplate
- It's not as serious a concern as connector melting issues, but it's worth being cautious about riser cable and GPU spacing henceforth
Building a new gaming PC in 2026 and beyond is a tough ask for any gamer amid the RAM crisis, and that's why this case of caution around hardware components is vital.
As reported by TweakTown, a Reddit user has reported a partially melted Lian Li PCIe riser cable due to heat from direct contact with the Asus TUF GeForce RTX 5090 backplate. The material chipped away from the riser cable is evident on the GPU's backplate, but fortunately it isn't a substantial amount.
Riser cables are an ideal solution for any PC builder aiming for a small case that can fit...
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