Top 5 Desktops @ the Intel Booth - PAX Prime 2015

The video showcases Linus Tech Tips’ top five desktop builds exhibited at the Intel booth during PAX Prime 2015. The host walks through each system with emphasis on aesthetics, hardware choices, and cooling solutions, starting with a BS Mods tuned Case Labs SM8. This first rig features a Core i7 5960X, quad-channel DDR4 memory at 32 GB, and Corsair Dominator Platinum RAM, highlighted by an automotive-grade black and white finish and subtle cosmetic tweaks like removing the motherboard shroud to achieve a monochrome look. Dual GTX 980 GPUs are water cooled with EK blocks, and the system is packed with multiple SSDs including two 750 Series PCIe units and additional drives mounted on a display pedestal, presenting a storage-focused performance concept rather than just raw power. The narrator comments on the aggressive yet elegant design language, praising the integration of high-end cooling, a polished exterior, and the visual impact of the SSD array as a central feature. Throughout, he notes the theme of overkill in storage and cooling as a core aesthetic driver, signaling that this build is as much about wow factor as it is about performance. The segment transitions to the next build with a lighthearted tease about preferring “little builds” that still deliver strong visuals and performance.

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