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The original was posted on /r/nvidia by /u/llIlllIlIIlIIlIllII on 2023-09-03 16:49:21+00:00.

This article has been translated by Chat GPT as my poor language skills may have resulted in some parts of the translation lacking clarity; please accept my apologies in advance. I’d like to extend my heartfelt thanks to everyone who patiently read through this convoluted article and kindly responded.

To be straightforward, I’m a complete novice in this field, and despite reading numerous online articles, I still have a limited understanding. I’m interested in purchasing a new computer with either 2x 4090 or an A6000 (or waiting for the rumored 50 series with larger VRAM), but I’m in need of some information and advice.

Aside from using it for local AI tasks, I also intend to use the computer for gaming and video editing, so the graphics card will undoubtedly be put to full use.

I’ve come across some articles online suggesting that the A6000 doesn’t perform as well in gaming compared to the 4090, but I have significant concerns about the melting issues associated with the 4090. The suppliers I’ve found (in Germany) do not offer shipping with the graphics card pre-installed, and there’s no on-site installation service available either. I’ve never built a computer myself, and I lack the physical strength to even open a jar of jam, so I’m certain I wouldn’t be able to properly connect the power cables. If I attempted to install a 4090 on my own, it would surely end up in flames.

Most importantly, the numerous articles about 4090 melting issues have left me extremely apprehensive, causing me to hesitate for two months without making a purchase. I hope to find more factors that can reassure me beyond just “it won’t melt as long as you connect the cables properly.” If necessary, should I wait for the ROG Matrix 4090 liquid-cooled card? Would it be safer? Coil whine isn’t a significant concern for me; I don’t mind some noise as long as it doesn’t catch fire. Ideally, I’d like to sleep soundly without having to open the case every week to inspect the cables and live in constant fear.

As for information related to the A6000, I’m entirely in the dark. Is its power connector safer? I’ve heard it’s primarily used as an AI workstation, so its graphics might not be as good as the 4090, but what exactly are the differences? Will the upcoming 50 series have safer power connectors? What’s the estimated wait time? If it’s more than two years, should I opt for the A6000 or endure the risk with 2x 4090?

If there are any parts of this text that may cause discomfort, please accept my apologies; I have no intention of causing offense. Thank you for patiently reading through this exceedingly chaotic article. I extend my sincere gratitude to everyone who has left comments.