Uploaded February 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago

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Episode 58: This week we discuss the RTX 5080 (and how underwhelming it is), more implications for the GPU market, some current thoughts on the Arc B580 and Steve's lukewarm take on Radeon's future.

CHAPTERS
00:00 - Intro
00:38 - Initial Thoughts on the RTX 5080
08:40 - The Configuration is Wrong
15:25 - Nvidia's Strategy
27:21 - Nvidia is Hurting Their Brand Now
37:13 - RTX 40 Series vs RTX 50 Series
45:44 - Difficulties in Achieving Gains vs Honest Marketing
55:17 - Current State of Intel Arc B580
1:03:07 - Steve's Take on Radeon

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