PC building SPEED challenge!
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The video presents a head-to-head challenge between Linus and a compact charger from Anker to see who or what finishes first: Linus building a complete gaming PC or Anker’s Nano wall charger bringing an iPhone to 69% battery life. The host explains that iPhones support fast charging across a range of wattages, but the standard included charger is only 5 watts, which is far from optimal. The sponsor, Anker, introduces a tiny charger capable of up to 20 watts, and the competition is set with a live countdown as Linus unboxes parts and begins assembly. The build process is shown in real time with moments of missteps, timeout calls, and quick decisions about mounting options, cable routing, and component placement. The video emphasizes both the humor and the practical challenges of a speed build, including the quirks of the case, mounting a radiator, and managing cables under time pressure. In the end, the prize and the fate of the challenger are decided by two judges, with a surprising result that highlights the charger’s speed relative to Linus’s rapid assembly. The closing minutes reinforce sponsor visibility and segue to related content, while reflecting on the overall experience of a high-stakes, fast-paced build and the practical value of compact charging technology.
Topics · technology · hardware · diy · challenge · pc-building · sponsorship · video-essay · consumer-electronics
Questions answered
- What is being tested in the Linus Tech Tips video PC building SPEED challenge
- The video pits Linus building a gaming PC against Anker’s Nano charger charging an iPhone, testing which finishes first to reach a target metric.
- What wattage can the Anker Nano charger deliver compare to Apple’s charger in the video
- The Anker Nano charger can deliver up to 20 watts, which is higher than Apple’s 5 watt charger mentioned in the discussion.
- What was the prize for the winner and the punishment for the loser
- The prize for the winner is an A&W teen burger, and the loser must drink a durian bubble tea.