Uploaded June 2025 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
Going AM5 or Z690 with an RX 9070 XT, or a Gen 5 RTX 5060 Ti or 5090? Then in today's video we explore the bizarre world of RISER Cables, not just a new Gen 5 x16, but also gen 4 x16 and gen 3 cables and how they relate to AMD and Intel.
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Chapters
00:00 If you have experienced this before, then you are NOT alone! my problems so far.
02:22 Cables, GPUs and Platforms tested, Z690, AM5 and Z490.
03:29 Gen 5 x16 Riser results.
06:09 Gen 4 x16 Riser results, here is where the BIG problems begin!
10:12 Gen 3 x16 Riser results.
11:21 Conclusion, before building an ITX rig or using a riser, and things to consider.
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Going AM5 or Z690 with an RX 9070 XT, or a Gen 5 RTX 5060 Ti or 5090? Then in today's video we explore the bizarre world of RISER Cables, not just a new Gen 5 x16, but also gen 4 x16 and gen 3 cables and how they relate to AMD and Intel.
Sponsor (Australia only): AliExpress, join my team here: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oo2qQ8K
Deals that I really like right now.
Ryzen 7 7700 https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_o2CSlJy (this thing is even cheaper right now.... incredible)
Fosi BT Audio Amp https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oFW02EO
14" Touchscreen Monitor https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oFDTpGO
The exact PCIe Gen 5 riser cable I got, (can vouch for it) https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_olAOCZG
AliExpress Cashback Challenge is June 16th - June 30th. Join my team to get up to 1500AUD cash back! https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oo2qQ8K
Also check out these coupon codes to save even more!
CITY03 Save AUD 3 over AUD 20
CITY06 Save AUD 6 over AUD 35
CITY10 Save AUD 10 over AUD 65
CITY12 Save AUD 12 over AUD 70
CITY20 Save AUD 20 over AUD 120
CITY30 Save AUD 30 over AUD 190
CITY50 Save AUD 50 over AUD 320
CITY75 Save AUD 75 over AUD 469
CITY90 Save AUD 90 over AUD 699
Valid until June 30th 16:59
Chapters
00:00 If you have experienced this before, then you are NOT alone! my problems so far.
02:22 Cables, GPUs and Platforms tested, Z690, AM5 and Z490.
03:29 Gen 5 x16 Riser results.
06:09 Gen 4 x16 Riser results, here is where the BIG problems begin!
10:12 Gen 3 x16 Riser results.
11:21 Conclusion, before building an ITX rig or using a riser, and things to consider.
✅Shop Aliexpress WorldWide: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_etUbxJ
✅Shop on Ebay Worldwide: rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2F&campid=5337969792&toolid=10001&customid=
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⭐Consider Subscribing here bit.ly/3G20vC1
🔐Get a Windows 10/11 Pro Key for CHEAP (Use Coupon BFTYC) - bit.ly/BFTYC
💯Merch - redbubble.com/shop/techyescity
❤️Support Directly - patreon.com/techyescity
💻Discord Access - discord.gg/eahUDU37Q2
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Music Provided by either: epidemicsound, audio library or royaltyfreeplanet.
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