Our Nerdiest Upgrade Yet - AMD $5000 Ultimate Tech Upgrade
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Check out the items from Robert's upgrade: AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT 8-Core, 16-Thread CPU: geni.us Sony Cinema Line FX30 Camera: geni.us Samsung Q800D 5.1.2ch Soundbar: geni.us MSI PRO B550M-VC WiFi ProSeries Motherboard (AM4): geni.us CORSAIR RM Series RM750 80+ Gold PSU: geni.us JONSBO N5 NAS Case: geni.us Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 SE V2 CPU Air Cooler: geni.us G.Skill Ripjaws V 32GB (2 x 16GB) DDR4-3600 CL18: geni.us SanDisk 256GB Extreme PRO SDXC UHS-II Memory Card: geni.us Crucial P3 Plus 500GB Gen4 NVMe M.2 SSD: geni.us Sigma 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN Contemporary (for E Mount): geni.us YAMAHA Hs5 Powered Studio Monitor Pair: geni.us Focusrite Scarlett Solo 4th Gen USB Audio Interface: geni.us ► GET OUR MERCH: lttstore.com ► GET EXCLUSIVE CONTENT ON FLOATPLANE: lmg.gg ► GET A VPN: piavpn.com ► SPONSORS, AFFILIATES, AND PARTNERS: lmg.gg Purchases made through some store links may provide some compensation to Linus Media Group. Affiliate links powered in part by affilimate.com Linus Sebastian is an investor in Framework Computer, Inc CHAPTERS --------------------------------------------------- 0:00 Intro 2:37 SPOOKSTAKES 3:26 Snooping Around 5:02 Soundbar 6:14 NAS Upgrade 10:41 Why not wallmount? 10:57 Cool PC Case 13:03 Audio Upgrade 14:57 STORAGE 17:04 More Cool Upgrades 18:37 mfw no gpu 19:46 VCR n Chill 20:16 Coolest part of the upgrade (imo) 20:51 Making sure stuff works 22:17 Outro
The video centers on Linus Tech Tips' ambitious upgrade project, spotlighting a $5000 AMD sponsored tech overhaul for Robert Oakes. The opening segment frames the NAS build as the core goal, framing it as a practical, high-performance storage and editing solution that can handle video projects and data archiving. Viewers are treated to an overview of the selected components, including an AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT and a Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 SE, with explanations of why these parts were chosen for NAS workloads, virtualization possibility, and future expandability. The team walks through initial planning, budget considerations, and the creative framing of the upgrade as both a functional upgrade and a desk-side spectacle full of nerd collectibles, streaming gear, and a dramatic VCR cameo. Throughout, there are lighthearted moments that mix humor with technical rationale, setting the tone for a practical yet entertaining show-and-tell. The segment ends with a preview of the next steps, promising deeper dives into NAS configuration, HexOS atop TrueNAS, and the overall impact on Robert’s home office and streaming setup.
Topics · technology · pc_building · hardware_reviews · home_office
Questions answered
- What is the main upgrade focus of this video?
- The main upgrade focus is building a powerful NAS and upgrading Robert's desk setup with new streaming gear, audio interface, camera, and a soundbar as part of a sponsored AMD tech overhaul.
- Why was the Ryzen 7 5800XT chosen for the NAS?
- The Ryzen 7 5800XT offers eight cores and sixteen threads, providing strong performance for high-speed file transfers and potential virtualization for applications like Plex.
- What software is used for NAS management in the video?
- HexOS is installed on top of TrueNAS to provide a more user-friendly interface for NAS management.
- What concerns about the network setup are discussed?
- There is discussion about gigabit versus faster networking and the potential need for a 2.5 gigabit switch to improve storage and transfer speeds.
- Which components are highlighted as upgrades beyond the NAS?
- The video also covers a new audio setup with a Focusrite Scarlett Solo, a Samsung soundbar, a camera upgrade, and various streaming accessories.