Chasing a Gaming World Record
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Get 20% off DeleteMe US consumer plans when you go to joindeleteme.com and use promo code LTT20 at checkout. DeleteMe International Plans: international.joindeleteme.com Last time we unboxed the $30,000 cascade chiller, but today we’re actually putting it to the test with legendary overclocker Charles " Fugger" Wirth. After hours of prep, BIOS tweaks, and near-misses, can the rig push through and crack a World Record? Discuss on the forum: linustechtips.com ► 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 1:12 Sponsor 1:31 Sub-zero condensation challenges 2:29 Charles’s insulation method 3:42 Mounting process 7:20 Memory kit and GPU prep 8:21 Powering up the cascade chiller 10:00 BIOS tuning 12:34 The benchmarking process 17:05 Troubleshooting 19:30 The final run... 20:11 Sponsor 21:03 Credits
Chasing a Gaming World Record follows Linus and a team of overclocking experts as they attempt to push a $30,000 cascade chiller to the limit in pursuit of a gaming world record. The video opens with the promise of using extreme cooling to break a benchmark and introduces Charles Fuggerworth, a legendary figure in overclocking, who guarantees a successful run. The crew immediately tackles prep work, from insulating the motherboard socket to BIOS and VGA BIOS updates, and even hardware mounting challenges. The team discusses the ever-present issue of sub-zero condensation, presenting multiple strategies and ultimately settling on a simple, robust approach that relies on controlled heating and selective insulation. Throughout, sponsorship messages are woven in, but the focus remains on methodical hardware preparation and the thrill of chasing a record. The stage is set for a high-stakes benching session where every watt of power and every timing setting could decide the outcome.
Topics · Science & Technology · Entertainment · Technology & Gaming · PC Hardware
Questions answered
- What is the main objective of the video Chasing a Gaming World Record?
- The main objective is to break a gaming world record using a $30,000 cascade chiller and extreme sub-zero cooling while documenting the setup, tuning, and benchmarking process.
- Who is the overclocking expert featured in the video?
- The video features legendary overclocker Charles Fuggerworth providing guidance and assurance that the record will be broken.
- What challenges do the hosts face with sub-zero cooling?
- They confront condensation, insulation needs, and the risk of moisture on sensitive components, addressing these with insulation, heater elements, and careful material choices.
- What benchmark is used to evaluate performance in the video?
- PC Mark 7 is used to measure CPU performance, with multiple runs and stability checks to verify a world record score.
- Was the world record achieved on the first attempt?
- No, the world record was achieved on a later run after adjustments, with the first attempts yielding close results and subsequent runs securing the top score.