What does this data spec mean? (ROG Crosshair VI Hero)

[Decoman]

My general question is if I could use a single graphics card in that second X16 slot and still get full speed.

My specific question is, what does the spec below mean?

(From: https://rog.asus.com/articles/coming...4-motherboard/ )

Does it simply mean, that any single graphics card MUST be inserted into the top x16 socket?!?



I am also curious if the ROG Crosshair VI Hero supports the Nofan CR-95C passive cooler. I know this board also has AM3 holes in addition to AM4, but I have no idea if that heatsink will fit onto the board.

[Praz]

Hello

The second PCIe x16 slot will be x8 even if the first slot is not used. The board is compatible with both AM3 and AM4 cooler mounting.

[Decoman]

Aw shucks. Thank you!

<- wonder's why that second slot is a x16 slot if any graphics card cannot get x16 "power" from it.

[Praz]

You're welcome. The slot description of x16 is a physical designation not electrical.

[Decoman]

Hm. I guess most graphics cards run the same, whether with x8 or x16 "power". *shrugs*