What's in the Box?

What’s in the Box? follows the Intel Extreme Rig Challenge by unveiling the contents of a promotional prize box tied to the 2017 competition. The host guides viewers through the unboxing while explaining the rewards and voting mechanics for the challenge. Inside the box are several items: an all-access pass to PAX East, a t-shirt, protective foam packaging, and hardware gear relevant to high-end PC builds. The notable hardware reveals include an Intel Core i7-7700K processor, described as the flagship mainstream CPU with a 4.2 GHz stock boost and significant overclocking headroom on capable Z270 motherboards. Also showcased is Intel’s SSD 600p, an M.2 NVMe drive with 1 TB capacity, praised for its low latency and performance benefits in gaming rigs. The segment ties these gifts to the broader sweepstakes, encouraging viewers to vote for their favorite rig on social media and to participate in the ongoing raffle for an HTC Vive, as well as the chance to win one of the assembled rigs. The host emphasizes the event timeline, noting that seven of the top builders will be invited to unveil their rigs in March, and that voting is a daily opportunity that can influence which teams advance. Overall, the video blends product highlights with promotional details and hints at future hands-on testing that will occur as the Extreme Rig Challenge progresses.

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