1080Ti CONFIRMED - WAN Show Feb 24, 2017
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The WAN Show episode from February 24 2017 opens with a discussion of a rumored GTX 1080 Ti launch, followed by a detailed segment on AMD’s Ryzen 1700X, 1800X, and 1700 CPUs, and a brief overview of Cloudflare’s “Cloud bleed” data leakage issue. In the first five minutes, John explains the potential memory dump affecting sites between September 22 2016 and February 18 2017, citing a blog post from RS Technica and noting a 0.003 % leak rate. He then transitions to the Ryzen segment, where he highlights the 8‑core, 16‑thread design of the 1800X, the 3.6‑4 GHz clock range, and the competitive positioning against Intel’s Broadwell/Sky‑Lake CPUs. In the next five minutes, the focus shifts to the GTX 1080 Ti architecture, with 24 PCI lanes, dual‑channel memory, and a 40‑core LGA 2011 socket, and a “straw pull” test that achieved 91 % success. The final five minutes cover a Disney research project on wireless power delivery, a discussion of Amazon’s data storage obligations, and a call to join the Float Plane Club for future updates. The episode’s structure is tightly organized, with clear transitions between topics and a consistent use of technical jargon. John’s commentary is supported by concrete data points,such as the 0.003 % leak rate, the 91 % success of the GTX 1080 Ti test, and the 3.6‑4 GHz clock range of the Ryzen 1800X,making the video useful for both casual viewers and tech enthusiasts. The host’s enthusiasm for the subject matter is evident in his energetic delivery and the frequent use of “look” and “performance” cues, which help viewers follow the flow of information. Overall, the episode delivers a comprehensive overview of current hardware trends and offers actionable insights for anyone interested in building or upgrading a PC.
Viewers praise the video for its clear structure and depth of technical detail, especially the discussion of the GTX 1080 Ti and Ryzen CPUs. Comments highlight the usefulness of the 54:46 timestamp for GTX 1080 Ti information and note that the title could better reflect the content. Overall sentiment is positive, with several high‑liked comments and a strong call to action for future updates.
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Questions answered
- What is the clock range of AMD’s Ryzen 1800X CPU?
- 3.6‑4 GHz
- How many PCI lanes does the GTX 1080 Ti architecture use?
- 24
- What is the success rate of the GTX 1080 Ti straw pull test?
- 91 %