Swiftech & EVGA Classified GeForce GTX 590 Water Block Unboxing & First Look Linus Tech Tips

This video presents a collaborative unboxing of the EVGA Classified GeForce GTX 590 water block, produced in collaboration with Swiftech. The host begins with the unboxing of the EVGA back plate, which features cooling gaps and mounting points, and then surveys the included accessories such as 1/2 inch fittings, stoppers, mounting hardware, and thermal compound. The back plate is described as having a brushed aluminum appearance and the package also includes thermal pads for memory locations, a piece of Styrofoam, and the water block assembly itself. The host highlights the copper base plated with nickel, explaining why nickel is compatible with copper in water cooling and how this enables safe mixing of loop metals. He notes the Delrin top as a durable alternative to Plexi, addressing common concerns about cracking around fittings and the advantages of Delrin for reliability under pressure. As the demonstration progresses, the host explains the dual-GPU path and the rationale behind restricting water flow to improve cooling efficiency, describing the path from inlet to GPU, through tight pin matrices, and out to the outlet. The video also touches on aesthetics, including the glowing EVGA logo powered by a PCB fan header, and ends with encouragement to viewers to consider this block as part of a GTX 590 Classified water-cooled setup. Overall, the unboxing doubles as a primer on the block’s construction, materials, and intended cooling strategy, with practical notes on installation and compatibility that should help enthusiasts plan their builds and future testing scenarios.

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