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This PC Upgrades ITSELF! - ORIGIN PC EVOLVE Showcase

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Thanks to ORIGIN PC and Intel for sponsoring this video!

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This Origin PC EVOLVE showcase explains a sponsored upgrade service that lets users refresh their computer without buying an entirely new system, while keeping the original system warranty intact. The host walks through the core idea of the EVOLVE program: customers sign up for two or three years of coverage, submit their current components, and select upgrades. Origin PC then handles the procurement, testing, and resale of the old parts, and ships back a refreshed PC with the new hardware installed. The video emphasizes that the upgrade path is designed for builders who may not have time or expertise to swap components themselves, turning a DIY task into a managed service. The host also notes that the process includes fair market value credits for used parts and a certified technician upgrade before the system is returned. A practical test with gaming benchmarks follows, illustrating how the upgraded rig performs under a modern game setup. The upgraded machine is shown with a redesigned case featuring UV-printed glass side panels, RGB memory, and a move from a 6700K to an 8700K, along with dual GTX 1080 Ti cards for a substantial gaming uplift. The discussion compares the EVOLVE upgrade timing to new hardware launches like the RTX 2080 Ti, arguing that the service lets users stay current without waiting for the exact right moment to upgrade. Finally, the host runs a real-world test at a high resolution and notes solid frame rates, moderate temperatures, and a generally smooth gaming experience, while reminding viewers where to find more details and how to support the channel.

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What is the Origin PC EVOLVE program and how does it work?
The EVOLVE program lets customers upgrade their Origin PC by trading in existing components for credits, selecting new parts, and having Origin perform the upgrades with a certified technician while retaining the system warranty. Old parts are sold for fair market value to fund the upgrade, and the upgraded system is shipped back with the new hardware installed.
What performance improvements were demonstrated in the showcase?
The build switched from a 6700K to an 8700K, upgraded to an EVGA Z370 motherboard, added RGB RAM, and moved from dual GTX 980 Ti to dual GTX 1080 Ti for a significant gaming uplift, enabling smoother gameplay at high resolutions and encasing temperatures stayed within reasonable ranges.