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PC enthusiast builds custom copper PC with upcycled blowtorch reservoir and antique wood
Key points
- Custom PC features steampunk aesthetic with copper and wood.
- Liquid cooling loop uses copper pipes and an upcycled blowtorch for a reservoir.
- System includes AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D and Radeon RX 9070 XT.
- Handmade wooden base conceals the power supply.
Custom Steampunk PC Build Revealed
PC enthusiast Old-Mate-Fetus presented a new all-AMD PC build on social media, notable for its steampunk-inspired design. The system incorporates an AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D processor and a Radeon RX 9070 XT graphics card, along with 32GB of DDR5-6000 RAM.
Unique Cooling and Aesthetics
The PC's visual appeal stems from its extensive use of copper for the liquid cooling system. This open-build PC features custom copper pipes, elbow joints, and welds that route coolant to an Alphacool GPU block and a Heatkiller IV CPU block. A distinctive element is the cooling reservoir, which was crafted from an old Primus Blowtorch with a fitted sight gauge.
The builder also created a handmade dark hardwood base with an antique finish and brass screws, which likely houses the Corsair 850W SFX power supply. Custom cables were also made for the internal components.
Component Specifications
The internal components include an AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D, a Gigabyte Aorus Elite B650M Wi-Fi motherboard, a Gigabyte Radeon RX 9070 XT Gaming OC, and 32GB Klevv DDR5-6000 CL28 RAM. Cooling is managed by an AlphaCool DDC pump and Noctua Industrial 120mm Fans.
Community Reception
The design has drawn comparisons to Billet Labs' aesthetic, a compliment acknowledged by the builder. Social media users also humorously noted its resemblance to an espresso machine or dubbed it the 'ultimate Steam Machine' due to its steampunk theme and AMD components.
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Reporting from
A PC enthusiast, Old-Mate-Fetus, showcased a custom-built, steampunk-inspired PC featuring extensive copper piping, an upcycled blowtorch reservoir, and an antique wooden base. The system houses an AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D and Radeon RX 9070 XT, with custom liquid cooling. This build highlights unique aesthetic design in PC hardware.