Sapphire Unveils the Radeon RX 9070 XT and Motherboards with PhantomLink

Published on January 06, 2026 | Translated from Spanish
Render or photograph of the new Sapphire Radeon RX 9070 XT graphics card installed on a PhantomLink-compatible motherboard, showing the absence of traditional PCIe power cables and the clean rear profile of the GPU.

Sapphire Presents the Radeon RX 9070 XT and Motherboards with PhantomLink

Sapphire has taken a step forward in PC aesthetics and organization with the launch of its new Radeon RX 9070 XT graphics card and a series of compatible motherboards that incorporate PhantomLink technology. This approach seeks to solve one of the most common problems in computer building: the tangle of GPU power cables. 🚀

How Does PhantomLink Work for Cable Management?

PhantomLink technology operates through a high-power connector integrated directly into the motherboard, strategically located near the PCIe slot. Instead of traditional PCIe cables running from the power supply to the graphics card, a special flat cable included by Sapphire with its motherboards is used. This cable is routed through the back of the chassis to connect the power supply to the motherboard's connector.

Key Advantages of the PhantomLink System:
  • Eliminates visible PCIe power cables going to the graphics card.
  • Improves airflow inside the case by reducing obstructions.
  • Achieves a much cleaner and more professional interior appearance.
The dream of a cable-free interior seems closer, though now the challenge will be to hide that flat cable running from the motherboard to the power supply.

The Radeon RX 9070 XT: Designed for Invisible Connection

Sapphire's new Radeon RX 9070 XT has been specifically designed to take advantage of this connection. The card completely dispenses with conventional PCIe power connectors (such as 8-pin or 16-pin ones), giving it an exceptionally smooth rear profile. Power reaches the GPU through a set of gold contacts located on the bottom edge of the PCB, which mate directly with the PhantomLink connector on the motherboard.

Technical and Safety Features:
  • The PhantomLink system can supply up to 600 watts of power, exceeding the GPU's current requirements.
  • Sapphire confirms that the technology complies with all industry safety standards.
  • The connection is direct and avoids potential failure points of traditional connectors.

The Future of PC Building

With this launch, Sapphire not only presents new high-performance hardware but also proposes a new standard for integrating components. The combination of the Radeon RX 9070 XT and motherboards with PhantomLink represents a significant advance toward computers with optimized internal cabling. Although the flat cable from the motherboard to the power supply remains an element to manage, it poses a lesser challenge compared to the complexity of traditional PCIe cables. This approach could inspire other manufacturers to follow the path toward a truly clean interior. 🔌