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The video thoroughly examines the NVIDIA Founder's Edition GPUs, contrasting them with third-party Add-In Board (AIB) versions produced by companies like EVGA, Asus, and MSI. Historically, Founder's Editions like the 1080 Ti had less efficient blower-style coolers, but recent RTX 2000 and 3000 series have significantly improved designs and cooling systems, notably the pass-through fan design of the RTX 3000 series. The video underscores the superior build quality, unique design, and better price stability of Founder's Edition GPUs, sold at MSRP through Best Buy, avoiding inflated prices. Tips for tracking their availability via apps are noted. For mini ITX builds, the compact size of Founder's GPUs, particularly the RTX 3090, is advantageous due to fitting easier into small cases and requiring fewer power connectors. The RTX 3090 Ti offers additional benefits like enhanced VRAM cooling and fewer thermal issues, making it preferable over the RTX 3090 if prices are similar. The speaker concludes by inviting views on the aesthetic preference between Founder's Edition and third-party GPUs.
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In this part of the video, the speaker explains what a Founder’s Edition GPU is and why it might be the preferred choice. The NVIDIA Founder’s Edition GPU is made directly by NVIDIA and differs from third-party AIB (Add-In Board) versions, which are produced by companies like EVGA, Asus, and MSI. These third-party GPUs typically have larger coolers and more RGB customization. Historically, Founder’s Edition GPUs like the 1080 Ti used a blower-style cooler, which was noisier and less efficient, leading most to prefer third-party options. However, with the RTX 2000 series, the Founder’s Edition improved with better cooling. The latest RTX 3000 series features a distinctive, high-quality design and innovative cooling system with a pass-through fan design, making it more competitive with third-party alternatives despite smaller cooling capabilities.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses several appealing aspects of NVIDIA’s Founder Edition GPUs. They highlight the unique design and superior build quality of these GPUs compared to other market alternatives. Price is a significant factor; Founder Edition GPUs are sold at their original MSRP through a direct agreement between NVIDIA and Best Buy, avoiding the inflation seen with third-party sellers. There are tips mentioned to find these GPUs in stock using an app. Additionally, the video introduces a 27-inch 4K monitor from NOCN, suitable for content creation, citing its high quality and affordability. Another advantage of Founder Edition GPUs is their tendency to retain value better due to the non-light hash rate (non-LHR) versions, making them more appealing even for future resale or trading purposes.
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In this part of the video, the discussion centers around the advantages of using NVIDIA’s Founders Edition GPUs for mini ITX builds, particularly the RTX 3090 series. The Founders Edition GPUs are typically smaller in dimensions compared to third-party models like Asus Strix, making them easier to fit in compact cases. Additionally, the RTX 3090 Founders Edition requires fewer power connectors (two 8-pins), beneficial for systems with smaller power supplies.
The segment also addresses thermal performance, noting that the 3090 Ti, with a new power connector and improved cooler design, tends to run cooler than its predecessor due to improved VRAM cooling. It advises that if the prices are similar, opting for the 3090 Ti would be a better choice over the 3090.
It highlights that both Founder’s Edition and third-party GPUs have had issues with hot-running VRAM due to poor thermal pad application from the factory. Recent improvements have mitigated these issues, resulting in better thermal performance.
The video concludes by asking viewers whether they prefer Founders Edition GPUs for their iconic design and build quality, despite third-party models’ aesthetic customizations, and encourages viewers to like the video.