$3,000 PS4 Upgrade - Custom Water Cooling and More!
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The video opens with Linus explaining the motivation behind a $3,000 PS4 upgrade, highlighting the need for better graphics and a quieter, cooler system. He walks through the disassembly, thermal probe placement, and the initial design in SketchUp, then moves on to the custom water cooling loop using an ekx Res 140 radiator, a D5 pump, and a slim 120 mm fan. In the second half, Linus shows the reassembly of the PS4, the installation of a 3.84 TB Samsung PM 863 SSD, and the final testing of temperatures. He demonstrates the improved thermal performance, noting a 16 °C drop in temps while keeping noise levels low, and wraps up with a call to action for viewers to check out the dbrand vinyl skin and the Protocase configurator.
Viewers praise the thoroughness of the build, with several comments noting the impressive temperature drop and the quality of the dbrand vinyl skin. Many commenters mention their own plans to overclock or water cool other consoles, indicating a strong community interest in DIY upgrades. The high like count (over 5 M views) and positive replies suggest a well-received video.
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Questions answered
- What is the main benefit of the custom water cooling loop on the PS4?
- It reduces operating temperatures by about 16 °C while keeping noise levels low.
- Which major components were upgraded in the build?
- A 3.84 TB Samsung PM 863 SSD, an ekx Res 140 radiator, a D5 pump, and a slim 120 mm fan.