The Gaming PC we built for him is AMAZING - ROG Rig Reboot 2020
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Thanks to ASUS ROG and TUF for sponsoring today's video!
Check out the past winners for ROG Rig Reboot and more at bit.ly Another year of ROG Rig Reboot and another year of Linus "helping" the winner build a PC with him. Ethan made sure it was a memorable experience.
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The video opens with Linus explaining the ROG Rig Reboot competition and sets the stage for Ethan, a contestant from British Columbia, as the winner who will have Linus guide him through building a high end PC sponsored by ASUS ROG and TUF. The host establishes the three core ideas of ROG Rig Reboot, including sponsorship, giveaways of impressive rigs, and the idea that nothing can stop the build process despite logistical challenges. Ethan reveals his lack of prior PC building experience, admitting he has only watched a few Linus videos and has never built a computer before, which immediately frames the project as a hands on learning journey for him. The tone blends humor with instruction as Linus demonstrates the planning and safety steps, such as choosing a static resistant workspace and organizing parts before assembly. The segment also hints at the playful dynamic between Linus and Ethan, including a quirky gift exchange involving LTT shirts to keep the mood light and engaging as the build progresses.
Topics · technology · computers · gaming
Questions answered
- What is the objective of the ROG Rig Reboot 2020 competition?
- The objective is to sponsor and guide a contestant through building an impressive gaming PC with a winner chosen locally to facilitate hands on participation, with the final machine highlighting high end components from ASUS ROG and TUF.
- What are the core components Ethan encounters early in the build?
- Ethan starts with a motherboard (x570-Pro WiFi), RAM (32 GB kit 3600 MHz CL16), a CPU (Ryzen 5 5600X), and proceeds to install a two terabyte plus two terabyte Gen4 NVMe SSD configuration, followed by a TUF GT301 case and an RTX 3080 graphics card.
- How is the RAM installation described and performed?
- Ethan initially seems unsure, tries different slots guided by Linus, and completes RAM installation with sporadic checks, ultimately aligning with the board’s holes and ensuring the sticks are seated properly.