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Classy move making this video, and I learned something as well (also learned how much I don't know, which is helpful). Quality stuff, as per usual.

Good point. New video idea... all-in-one PC build. The case contains everything you would need... maybe use a projector instead of a monitor, some sort of folding keyboard, etc, etc. Could be interesting.

Makes sense. I think part of me sees how hard Steve is working and wants to get him some help! Fundamentally it feels like there is a future where LMG (as "real company" - not to say that it isn't already) can leverage its resources to enable other media entities (creators or otherwise) to grow and obtain a level of quality and scale that they might not be able to otherwise. All the while benefiting LMG through diversification and general brand growth. But I suppose growing talent (and brands) internally and expanding from within is easier, or if not easier at least cheaper and less risky.

Yeah, good points. Certainly the inherent nature of a YouTuber who built something from nothing would be difficult to overcome.

Yeah, fair point about Steve, he does seem to thrive on independence. I am really questioning if LMG will ever grow to the point where it includes other creators / channels, not dissimilar to Tech Linked and Tech Quickie that are currently part of the LMG family but with content not generated directly out of the LMG offices.

Of course, part of the point I was making is that it would be mutually beneficial. And really I was just using Gamers Nexus as an example, I wonder if there could be a future where LMG grows to be an outlet for more creators, such as LTX is becoming.

While watching the video “Linus & Steve Talk about Stepping Back: Future of LTT & LTX” (posted to the Gamers Nexus channel) I could not help but think, why doesn’t Linus “buy” Gamers Nexus? They were discussing the ability Linus has to step back from his videos and the value that brings to the company. Value such as allowing Linus to spend time on maintaining expertise on technology (as well as learning new things), enabling the company to become immune to a single point of failure (e.g. something happening to Linus), or growing the diversity of content through exposing different voices. Steve clearly empathized with these points and you could tell he wished he had this ability, especially given that he thrives on being very knowledgeable on a subject and making daily videos is in direct conflict with this capability. In addition, Linus continues to make the point that LMG is becoming more and more about MG (media group) and less about Linus. Well, what better way to emulate a true “media group” than to acquire additional media content? The idea of Gamers Nexus joining “Linus Media Group” and thus having access to what LMG can offer while maintaining creative and stylistic separation is very intriguing to me. This is not dissimilar to today’s media landscape (such as Disney owning ESPN, NBC owning SYFY and the Weather channel or Time Warner owning HBO and the Cartoon Network… this list goes on and on). It does not mean that Gamers Nexus needs to look and feel like LTT. Rather, it would allow Gamers Nexus access to LMG resources which could fuel its growth (as its own entity) within the LMG portfolio. Just a thought, one that I'd have to imagine has crossed Linus’ mind. What do you all think? Have there ever been instances of creators joining forces in such a way?

Thanks! It is prominently displayed in my apartment and my wife approves of these colors, so these colors it will remain. Although she has no idea what she is looking at and thinks I am crazy.

Completed my first build and I had an absolute blast! Could not have done it without this community and the LTT channel. So pumped to be a part of the community and excited to tinker with this beast in the months to come. Parts list below. CPU: AMD - Ryzen 7 2700X 3.7 GHz 8-Core Processor ($304.99 @ Amazon) Motherboard: Asus - Prime X470-Pro ATX AM4 Motherboard ($157.00 @ OutletPC) Memory: G.Skill - Trident Z RGB 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR4-3200 Memory ($139.99 @ Newegg) Storage: Samsung - 860 Evo 500 GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($72.00 @ Amazon) Storage: Seagate - Barracuda 2 TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($59.89 @ OutletPC) Video Card: EVGA - GeForce RTX 2070 8 GB XC GAMING Video Card ($513.88 @ OutletPC) Case: NZXT - H700 (White) ATX Mid Tower Case ($134.99 @ Newegg Business) Power Supply: EVGA - SuperNOVA G3 750 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($99.89 @ OutletPC) Case Fan: Corsair - LL120RGB LED (Three Fans With Lighting Node PRO) 43.25 CFM 120mm Fans ($103.95 @ Newegg) Case Fan: Corsair - LL140 RGB LED 51.5 CFM 140mm Fan ($31.20 @ Amazon) Total: $1617.78

Really enjoyed this series. An underrated aspect is how accessible these episodes are to non-tech people. I watch tons of LTT and others, and normally to my wife I might as well be watching a different language. She was actually able to follow and enjoy these episodes. I am not saying this should be the standard for videos in the future, but it was a nice change of pace.

Whoa, very interesting... had not even considered the 2080 as it just seems so pricey. But in combination with the 2700x and the 2.5" SSD, doesn't look bad at all.

How capable is the stock cooler on the R7? To me that is one of the benefits, but if overclocking would require a cooler upgrade, it eats into the value proposition.

Good to know, thanks! I'll stick to the 2.5".

That is where I am leaning. The positive buzz around AMD in general and the potential future compatibility of their current chipset (for at least another year or so) also helps. But I do like the idea of cranking up the i7 and getting some sweet sweet high frequencies.

Thanks, so you think the NVME is overkill for general PC use and gaming?