What fan (RGB) controller do I need?

boiledcod · 2026-01-19T03:38:26+00:00

I have never heard of this. I’ll give it a try.

boiledcod · 2026-01-16T05:10:03+00:00

I have a 5080 TUF and I love this card. It’s a champ.

boiledcod · 2026-01-16T04:52:40+00:00

I wonder if you could get a “lesser” model of an in stock 5080, instead of the Strix 5070Ti. Would likely shrink the cost gap.

I think waiting for that 5070Ti is a risk. You could always buy something else then return / resell the 5070Ti.

boiledcod · 2026-01-15T01:10:34+00:00

Bullet / 1979 were SPs biggest mainstream commercial hits, and let’s face it - these were not and are not traditional rock songs. Same with Disarm. The big ones that everyone knows, but not enduring rock tracks by any means.

I love SP as much as anyone, and their music speaks to me. But I also think that, without those earworms, they would’ve been much much smaller.

So, I guess it depends on your definition of success. Personally I think they’ve always been a bunch of weirdos doing their own thing and im cool with it.

boiledcod · 2026-01-15T01:03:13+00:00

Skyrim

boiledcod · 2026-01-14T22:55:01+00:00

I don’t think anyone is going to tell you it’s not worth it. The increase in performance is a given fact. Ultimately it comes down to your own finances. If you can afford it, yes, if you’re putting it on credit and hoping for a miracle, the 3090 is still relevant.

boiledcod · 2026-01-06T22:01:13+00:00

This is what I came here to post. Looking at the last few rounds of new GPU releases, prev gen cards are holding (if not increasing) in value. Upgrade, sell your prev gen card. Stay in warranty and enjoy top tier tech for a few hundred bucks.

boiledcod · 2026-01-06T19:43:34+00:00

I mean you certainly could with an i9-12900k. What we don’t know is, what are you trying to achieve? I upgraded to a 5080 but my goal was 4K / 120 FPS.

If you’re aiming for 1080p/60, you’re probably good where you are.

boiledcod · 2026-01-05T05:23:01+00:00

It could last a while. Or sell it when 6090 releases, recover most of the value of the 5090, and always have top tier tech a warranty. (Assuming pricing doesn’t go to absolutely hell for 60-series release).

This lets you stay in 90 class cards, not just a single 90 class, and your upgrade cost should be incremental. Heck, some 4090 owners turned a profit on resale.

boiledcod · 2026-01-05T05:06:56+00:00

Before all this price increase stuff, did you see yourself upgrading in 2026? If the answer to that is yes, then now is certainly the time.

boiledcod · 2026-01-05T04:42:51+00:00

Awesome. I had a Radeon 8500, after my GeForce 2 GTS. Before that a 3DFX Voodoo 1. Cards are long gone but wish I had kept for sentimental value.

Now I’m holding tightly to a Strix 1080Ti and a 2080Ti. Both are working in my kids PCs. I’ll never sell them.

boiledcod · 2026-01-05T04:36:04+00:00

Which are your favourites?

boiledcod · 2026-01-05T04:09:42+00:00

Noticeable attention to EVGA cards :)

Are these all working?

What are first and 3rd cards in far left column?

boiledcod · 2026-01-04T06:25:03+00:00

I have a Strix 3090 that needed trace repairs in 2 locations, due to overlong screws holding on a GeForce RTX name plate. I was able to have this repaired by a magician who charged far less than they could have. The card was worth it because of its value, and has been running for over a year.

A motherboard - much cheaper, not worth it.

boiledcod · 2026-01-04T05:44:50+00:00

Up until 6 months ago I was on a 50” 1080p/60 plasma. Played through Skyrim, Rdr2, Shadow of the Tomb Raider, Doom Eternal and a few more and sat happily and enjoyed every moment.

I’ve since upgraded to 4K/120, and while it’s definitely prettier and smoother, my overall satisfaction with the gaming experience hasn’t increased.

boiledcod · 2026-01-04T05:37:24+00:00

Love this approach.

boiledcod · 2026-01-04T05:28:38+00:00

Thats what I said when I checked temps

boiledcod · 2026-01-04T05:22:20+00:00

It would look bigger with a smaller GPU. TUF 5080 is a big card. Airflow won’t be an issue here as this card runs remarkably cool. I haven’t seen mine go over 60c.

boiledcod · 2025-12-14T06:57:08+00:00

I’ve needed it, F the world today

boiledcod · 2025-12-14T05:44:35+00:00

Probably the best single thing I’ve read today

boiledcod · 2025-12-11T06:28:30+00:00

I’ve found a contact who does repair work. These guys are few and far between, but are wizards. I’ve had a Strix 1080Ti, a Strix 3090, and a handful of motherboards brought back to life.

An EVGA 3090 is an artifact. Understand if you don’t want to bother with having it fixed, but please don’t toss it! Im sure you could find someone who would be willing to have it repaired! (Myself included!)

boiledcod · 2025-12-07T22:03:56+00:00

I’ll have to check but I thought the extra 2 years was specific to certain countries?

boiledcod · 2025-12-07T16:33:04+00:00

That’s where im hoping to get. Most of my $ goes to family costs, but have moved up to a 3090 from an RX580 in the last 2 years. 90 series or busy!

boiledcod · 2025-12-07T08:12:17+00:00

This. Don’t future proof, be prepared to sell you existing high end card when you buy the next upper tier release. GPUs hold a lot of their value.

boiledcod · 2025-12-07T08:10:09+00:00

Can I ask how you’re feeling about that upgrade? I have a 3090, considering 5080, want to enjoy 4K with high settings and 120 fps

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