This 50 year-old computer has an RTX 5090 in it
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What's so special about this computer? Well, the Altter 8800 was the first computer that Bill Gates and Paul Allen wrote software for, which led them to start Microsoft. And you'd be surprised at how powerful computers were back then. An RTX5090, a 9800X 3D, and okay, well, we may have done a little bit of work on this PC, but not only is this bad boy a top-of-the-line gaming PC, it functions just like the original Altier 8800. Microsoft sponsored this video for us to set this up at the original build experience at Microsoft Build, a developers conference held in Seattle. While the original build experience takes you back to 1975, this Sleeper PC is a nod to Microsoft's past with the Altter 8800 shell. It's just stacked with state-of-the-art modern parts, bringing it to the future. Not only can this play literally any video game you throw at it, it's also set up to play one of the very first PC games in its original form, Bit Tennis. Don't forget to
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The 58‑second short opens with a quick introduction to the Altter 8800, the first computer Bill Gates and Paul Allen wrote software for, and explains how the team built a modern gaming PC around an RTX 5090 and a 9800X 3D. The narrator highlights the nostalgic build experience, the modern parts stacked inside the classic shell, and the PC’s ability to run any game, including the early title Bit Tennis. The video showcases the hardware setup, the performance of the RTX 5090, and the overall aesthetic of the machine. Viewers comment on the nostalgic reference, the power of the RTX 5090, and the potential for future builds, praising the video’s clarity and enthusiasm. The short concludes with a call to check out the related build video and a link for more details.
The comment thread shows strong enthusiasm for the nostalgic build, with many viewers noting the significance of the Altter 8800 and the power of the RTX 5090. Comments praise the video’s clarity and ask about background music and future build details. Overall sentiment is positive, with a high like count and several replies confirming the video’s quality.
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Questions answered
- What is the significance of the Altter 8800 in the video?
- It was the first computer Bill Gates and Paul Allen wrote software for, which led them to Microsoft.
- Which games can the PC play?
- It can play any video game, including the early title Bit Tennis.
- What is the background music?
- The video uses a retro‑themed soundtrack that complements the nostalgic build.