Someone made a copper gaming PC Frankensteined out of an old blowtorch and other assorted parts and is 'just going to let it tarnish over time'
It lives!
In a unique display of creativity, an individual has constructed a gaming PC using an unconventional set of components. The centerpiece of this custom-built machine is an Alphacool Core RX 9070 XT cooling block, likely the Aorus Elite version, as the builder mentions this in their Reddit post. The motherboard used in this setup is a Gigabyte B650M Aorus Elite Wifi, and the CPU is an AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D. The system is paired with 32 GB of Klevv DDR5-6000 RAM and a Gigabyte 9070 XT Gaming OC graphics card.
The cooling system is composed of an Alphacool GPU cooling block, a Heatkiller IV CPU cooling block, and an Alphacool DDC pump housed in a custom enclosure. To add a distinctive touch, the builder repurposed an old Primus blowtorch, complete with a sight gauge, to serve as the main cooling element. This unconventional choice gives the build an artistic flair, resembling a handheld oil dripper with a copper sheen.
A wooden case and custom cables, sourced from a Corsair 850W SFX power supply, further enhance the unique appearance of the PC.
The builder, known as Old-Mate-Fetus on Reddit, acknowledges that the final weight of the assembled PC is close to 20 kg. What sets this custom build apart from others is the blowtorch cooling block, which garners attention and admiration for its artistic presentation. The builder has stated that they plan to let the copper tarnish over time, appreciating the evolving look of the build.
Although some may find the use of old PSU cables and blowtorches unconventional, the builder shares their custom creation for inspiration and enjoyment, even utilizing it for gaming, specifically in Overwatch.
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