The Most Popular PC - Viewer's Choice Nov 2016
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The video titled The Most Popular PC - Viewer's Choice Nov 2016 analyzes the purchasing trends of Linus Tech Tips viewers by mining the previous month’s Amazon Associates report. The host explains that he scanned thousands of line items to identify the most popular PC components among the audience and then assembles a conceptual Viewers Choice PC that reflects those selections. Key picks include a Core i7-6700K as the dominant CPU choice, paired with a Cooler Master Hyper 212 Evo cooler, Corsair Vengeance LPX 3200 MHz RAM in a 2x8GB kit, and an Asus Z170A motherboard, illustrating a strong tilt toward mid to high-end mainstream parts rather than top-tier flagship products. The video goes on to highlight the popularity of Nvidia GPUs, notably the GTX 1070 and GTX 1080, which combined account for a large share of GPU sales in the viewer data, with EVGA, MSI, and Gigabyte contending for the top board partners. Throughout, Linus emphasizes price-to-performance considerations, such as Windows 10 licensing options, storage capacity choices like the Samsung 850 Evo 500GB, and the importance of modular power supplies like EVGA’s SuperNOVA 650 G1, while noting that some higher-end motherboards did not win favor because their extra features did not translate into perceived value for most buyers. The segment also reveals surprising trends in peripherals and accessories, including popular cases like NZXT S340 and Phanteks Eclipse P400, as well as fan and monitor preferences, with user taste skewing toward RGB aesthetics and brand ecosystems. In closing, the host invites viewer feedback on whether to continue the monthly Viewers Choice format, suggests potential expansion to non-tech items, and promotes follow-up content and affiliate links for purchasing the featured components. Overall, the video frames the Viewers Choice PC as a practical snapshot of what the audience actually buys, while inviting experimentation and community involvement in future iterations.
Topics · technology · consumer_electronics · data_analytics · pc_hardware
Questions answered
- What methodology did Linus use to determine the Viewers Choice PC components?
- Linus mined the previous month’s Amazon Associates report to identify the most popular components among viewers, then assembled a representative PC build from those top choices.
- Which components stood out as the strongest trends in the Viewers Choice data?
- The data showed a strong preference for mid to high-end CPUs like the Core i7-6700K, Nvidia GPUs (particularly the GTX 1070 and GTX 1080), Corsair RAM, Asus Z170A boards, Samsung 850 Evo storage, and EVGA power supplies, indicating value placed on performance-per-dollar and recognizable brands.
- Will there be more frequent Viewers Choice segments?
- Yes, viewers requested more frequent coverage, with many comments advocating for monthly or quarterly updates and the inclusion of non-tech items to broaden the segment.