Unboxing my Scan 3XS nVidia RTX 3080 PC

[@ValyArdeleanu]

Nice one, you have a beast in there. I had a PC built at home from Scan and after 10 years the video card died. Now I am waiting for my New Pc with1650 graphic card. The worst part of using Scan 3XS is the waiting time.

[@Montebann]

Hey Valy, thanks for watching and commenting. The 1650 is a really good card, you will not be disappointed. Did you go with a Ryzen processor?

[@davidjohnsully]

Nice video mate! A nice, down to earth video unpacking a new beast if a gaming pc! 🤘🏻

[@Montebann]

Thanks David, much appreciated.

[@mush3241]

I never would’ve noticed the bubble wrap so I’m glad there is a warning sign for my pc when I get it

[@Montebann]

I know right! I'm thinking of opening a bubble wrap shop as I have soo much of the stuff now. What PC have you got ordered? and thanks for commenting.

[@mush3241]

@@Montebann I’m getting on from scan it has an rtx 3070 and an i9 10850k if you search it up on the internet it’s like the second scan link. A 3XS with a case that has a lot of air flow. It’s £1800

[@mush3241]

@@Montebann it’s the 3XS Gamer ICue RTX

[@Montebann]

Wow, very nice indeed. You are going to be able to do some serious gaming on that beast.

[@wetdon591]

@@mush3241 yo did u get it

[@suziesuzie9455]

Great, that looks amazing, can’t wait to get mine.

[@Montebann]

Has it arrived yet?

[@suziesuzie9455]

@@Montebann it had to go back for repair, as did would not switch on. Hopefully I get it back tomorrow 👍

[@ZmashedIndustries]

Congrats for getting it!

[@Montebann]

Thanks, its really helped with making videos.

[@ZmashedIndustries]

@@Montebann are you happy with it? Do you feel you got bang for buck?

[@Montebann]

I am happy with it. I definitely got bank for my buck, expensive though it was. I am glad I held onto my 1070 and skipped the 20 generation as I think the performance gap is that much noticeable, though if I had got say a 2080 I think it would be worth waiting now until the next.. next generation to come out.

[@epiccricketmontages5003]

Eagerly waiting for my 3080 Ti 3XS to be built & delivered 😋

[@Montebann]

Very cool, I am excited for you. What processor did you go for? Ryzen?

[@rayrayravioli4250]

Nice video, I'm ordering a 3xs pc as soon as I receive the quotation for my build, seems for me right now it's the only way I can get my hands on a decently priced pc without having in for the scalpers. The PC specs are going to be as follows:
Cooler Master NR200P
AMD Ryzen 9 5900X
EVGA RTX 3080 XC3 GAMING
2x8GB 3200MHz Corsair vengeance pro RGB ram
Corsair SF750 80+ platinum
Gigabyte Aorus b550i AM4
Will also add in my own cooler (h115i pro) and storage!
Can't wait

[@Montebann]

Thanks for the view and thanks for commenting. That spec looks very tasty. Yeah 3080s are going for crazy prices right now on eBay I've seen a founders edition for around £2K. Crazyness!

[@ejrockerfleshandbone]

Im looking at getting one very very simialr but with the ryzen 7 from scan soon, had a look in store today after work, going to be using it for vr gaming

[@Montebann]

Yeah, I kinda wish I had gone with the Ryzen, but I'm still super happy with it. It will be mighty awesome as a VR machine. Please keep me posted with your progress and thanks for watching and commenting.

[@Tinto2]

I've been waiting 4 months for my 3080 5900x build to arrive, the gpu shortage has been brutal, delivery date confirmed for next week though!

[@Montebann]

I will be keeping my fingers crossed for you Tinto2.

[@lindyhop5206]

Christmas has come early for some.

[@Montebann]

Merry Christmas to me...

[@yaboidragonitehere1137]

The 3080 is also useful for Minecraft. It also works with RTX. Pixilriffs also had that PC with the 3080 and he used Kelly's RTX shaders. But if you want a good laptop. There is also one with RTX. It's the ROG Zephyrus

[@Montebann]

Yeah I have tried Minecraft with all the shaders with my 3080 and its beautiful. That Laptop is a beast, you have got me looking at laptops now.

[@MonstaMunch101]

@@Montebann Don't get it twisted. The laptop versions of Nvidia's cards have very little in common with the desktop versions that have the same name. They make it intentionally confusing.

[@garycollumbell1396]

Cant wait for my system to arrive mine contains a RTX 2060 super 😁

[@Montebann]

Nice, let me know how you get on when it arrives, as thinking of getting something similar for my son.

[@garycollumbell1396]

@@Montebann if 1080p gaming will suffice then it's a great system... mine contains the 10th gen 10400F the good news about that is this chip can be replaced with 10600KF and that's all the processor you'll need for a very long time but the 10400F is a great Mid range chip I'll update once it arrives

[@Montebann]

I look forward to hearing what you think of it.

[@garycollumbell1396]

@@Montebann it arrived about 5days ago and gave it a good run and its quite a great midrange system can run pretty much any game on ethier high or max for above 60fps including things like hell let loose which are poorlet optimised. And the intelcore i5-10400F isnt a bad cpu for its price pretty pleased with it and tbh glad i went for the 2060 super over the 2060

[@Montebann]

@@garycollumbell1396 Thanks for the update. Sounds like you got a good system. Definitely something to think about.

[@rorus9530]

Waiting for mine to be delivered. Glad I decided not to build my own. Don’t need that anxiety.

[@Montebann]

Cool, bet you cant wait. I used to build my own, but much prefer the just unwrapping side these days. Its a bit like that with my car as well. I used to do all my own maintenance, now I just get the garage to do it.

[@Montebann]

Hey, @Rory, has it arrived yet? if so what do you think of your new PC?

[@rorus9530]

Not yet mate. Had an email the other day saying it will be coming at the beginning of March. You enjoying yours?

[@Montebann]

Yes, love it thanks. Have just ordered some lower spec PCs for my kids, so hopefully wont have to wait too long on those.

[@swaileashayler7156]

I’m getting a pre built from Scan this month absolutely can’t wait🥳 How’s the PC running nowadays mate? Any issues ?

[@Montebann]

No issues and I use it all day everyday. Let me know how you get on with yours I would be interested in your experience. Thanks for the question.

[@swaileashayler7156]

@@Montebann sounds amazing bro and also quick question I have my keyboard already right and I’m scared it’s gonna get dusty do you think it will be fine for 2 months if I put a bag over it when I’m not using it antell I can get the hand held electric duster thingy?

[@vantamedia_1]

Old man has better set up Then me

[@Montebann]

Well you're right about the old man part. Lol. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@harshhell4185]

I honestly think you are risking doing more damage getting the bubble wrap out than what it’s main purpose should be 😂

[@Montebann]

It was a lot of bubble wrap. Fingers crossed your PC has arrived by now.

[@SirConfectionery]

Hi its been 8 months since you uploaded the video, Is your pc still running fine and do scan provide the pcs with good power supplys and cooling?

[@Montebann]

The PC is still running like a champ. Cooling and power supply have been just fine. The only thing I'm starting to get is a slight vibration sound on the EVGA fan on the graphics card. Its starting to make a pulsating sound when in games like Fortnite. That might just be because its summer and warm, but I am going to look into that. Thanks for the watch and comment. Much appreciated.

[@theo.240hz]

@@Montebann is the sound like loud and irritating?

[@Montebann]

It is irritating. It sounds like its grinding on something, just when it gets hot. I havent looked at it yet, but will do soon.

[@panpjotrus4969]

@@Montebann hey man any updates on the pc?

[@Montebann]

@@panpjotrus4969 Hi Pan, the PC is still running great. I've been using it pretty much all day every day for the last 14 months and it's still going strong. Many thanks for the question. If you have others please feel free to fire away.

[@TRUDERR]

I've got same case will the rtx 3090s fit in these pcs when they come out there pretty big cards

[@Montebann]

Hi Truder, I think it should do. As you know this case is massive, by far the biggest case I have had for some time. I have had a quick look inside and with the 3080 there's still quite a bit of room. I will check the specs and see if I can find out exactly and get back to you. For comparison in the GTX 1660 super unboxing video I put that PC on top of this one so you can see how big it is and it is indeed a big boy. :)

[@Jay.999.]

I just bought my 2.5K pre built 3080ti with next day delivery. I’ve been told I have to wait 25-30 working days for it because of the demand. I’m gutted but it could be worse.

[@Montebann]

Hey Slippy, that is a bit disappointing, but wow its going to be a beast of a machine. Thanks for commenting.

[@Jay.999.]

@@Montebann subbed 👍🏻

[@Montebann]

Thanks Slippy. I really appreciate it. Please let me know how you get on with your PC order.

[@nsznii]

I just ordered a ryzen 5 5600x with a 3060 and they said 5-10 working days. Will it actually take this long or longer/shorter?

[@Montebann]

Hi Vaze. It does depend on the stock and whether they have the 3060s in and available, but I would say on average it would be more towards the ten days than the five. Let us know how you get on.

[@KDFitness1]

When is the video of popping all the bubble wrap?😀

[@Montebann]

That's gone to Mrs Monte now so you will need to ask her..

[@NoUsername-cq6yp]

Hi mate do you mind linking the site where you got it from and also the pre built if possible cheers

[@Montebann]

I bought this PC a couple of years ago now from the Scan 3XS range. The closest that they do now would be this one: www.scan.co.uk/3xs/configurator/3xs-gamer-3080-intel, though I upgraded to 32 Gb of Ram. Thanks for the question and watching my video

[@NoUsername-cq6yp]

@@Montebann thanks so much honestly much appreciated.

[@oshiagee]

Should I get the 10700f etc 3070 from scan, are they reliable?

[@Montebann]

Well I would recommend both the 30 series cards and Scan as a company. I have had a couple of their PCs now and they have both been built to a high quality and the best thing I like about them is the aftercare customer service. They are always super helpful if I have any questions etc. I have been running my 3080 now for about a month and no issues so far.

[@iyama9137]

Debating whether I can trust scan, wanting to buy a gpu but idk of scan is trust worthy. Any tips?

[@Montebann]

Hi itzYamazaki, I can only tell as I have found. I've had four Scan pre build PCs and all have been quality built to the spec that I specified. I have had one issue with an order where some elements were missing, but they sorted that out within a couple of days. I have also found their after sales team to be super useful. So I personally can not fault them to date. Thanks BTW for watching my video and commenting and if you have any other questions please let me know, I know buying a GPU at the moment is a minefield.

[@conflict-tv]

I've been using SCAN for over 8 years, only had one issue. Their support have always been amazing. I had one bad experience recently with their CS which out-right lied to me about something I specifically asked about, but their next rep couldn't have been more helpful and apologetic, and was refunded a fair chunk on my order. You always get the one bad sales rep, but my experience from over several orders has been sublime with their 3XS staff which are clearly more knowledgable (and expectedly so).

[@Montebann]

Yes, on another more recent order I did want to change the spec and was told by the sales rep quite firmly that it couldnt be changed. I phoned them again and got a different rep who was super helpful and changed the item I wanted changing. Basically I wanted more RAM in it. So yes you're right, it depends sometimes on who you get. Thanks for watching and commenting. Really appreciate it.

[@conflict-tv]

@@Montebann You're most welcome! Here for the algorithm, as they say. Oddly, I just bought a pre-built with them with a 3090+i9 11900K (since my initial comment and after watching your video), but the cooling requirements I had were far more complicated. I had a phone call with their 3XS team, and they invoiced me an additional cost a day later with more cooling, more memory, more PCIe 4.0 NVMe's, a new case (full-tower) to fit all the cooling and even agreed to include all the cables so I can attach existing drives. I was surprised that I effectively chose all my own parts on a "pre-built". The only annoyance I had, was the lead time isn't until 22nd July, but I guess that's what I should expect with the shortages of GPU's. The 3XS team are really helpful, and even gave me suggestions initially to help me pick the right parts. Can't fault them. I've been building my own PC's for over a decade, and given this is my first build I'm not building out-of-the-box, it's changed my opinion on pre-built PC's. Excited!

[@blyxz_sting336]

I'm new to gaming pcs and I look at pre builds and they are expensive and their parts are always bad for the price and I saw scan doing prebuilds and they prices are good but too good if u understand me like can you trust them in buying a $/£1500 pc? Would really love any support as times like this I don't wanna waste or lose money

[@Montebann]

Hi @Blyxz_sting, Scan do itemise everything in the build so you can checkout each component to make sure you are getting what you want. I can only say that I have been happy with my Scan computers. I am definitely no expert, but I have built a lot of my own PCs in the past and I am now happy to pay a slight premium for an expert build, as that can lead to no end of hassles.

[@blyxz_sting336]

@@Montebann thanks for the tip I'll be on my way to get my pc have a good day

[@Montebann]

No Problem @Blyxz_sting, I have just purchased a couple of lower end PC's, for my children. The whole setup including monitors, keyboards etc for around £970. So I will be interested to see if they have the same sort of build quality as the higher end PC's that I have bought in the past.

[@harrietwilhelminadevos5154]

@@Montebann can you do reviews on your kids pc's aswell please?

[@aqquzr]

Which is better? intel core i7 12700f or AMD Ryzen 7 5700X I am thinking to buy one my self but my computer can’t sell 😭

[@Montebann]

People tell me I should have gone with the Ryzen 7, but to be honest I have no complaints about the i7.

[@smilerrainbow9187]

But what will she do with the boxes and the bubble wrap??

[@Montebann]

Im sure you have some ideas lol.

[@LigmaLlama]

Why didn't you request all the boxes, cpu box, gpu box, ram box e.t.c you can request to keep every single box of all the items they used, so get all the retail boxes!
Also it's nice to watch a video where someone doesn't use a combat knife or something dumb to open a box!

[@isezumi9554]

is the stock cooler it comes with good for now?

[@Montebann]

Hi Archie, yes so far so good. The one with this particular PC was the CoolerMasterLiquid Lite 240. Its done a fine job so far. Thanks for watching and commenting of the video. Would you have any recommendations if I decided to upgrade at some point?

[@activis1977]

How's the pc doing now?
Why scan and not another company ?

[@Montebann]

Its still going strong. Its been my gaming, video editing and general work horse for around 20 months now. It still runs perfectly well. I probably could do with giving the fans a clear out as I haven't touched it yet. I am still very pleased with it. I choose Scan as I like their after sales service, they have always sorted out any issues I have had really promptly and professionally, thats just from me point of view. This PC in particular I chose as a lot of resellers at the time either didn't have 3080s or put a massive premium on them, but Scan were really fair with the price.

[@LigmaLlama]

Sad thing is, you've got no idea how a computer works! or all the parts XD still a great video, though i've got no idea why i'm here, i had a custom pc built by scan with everything i wanted e.t.c

[@yanielfernandez3327]

Do you know if they ship to the United States and if they do, they ship to Puerto Rico?

[@Montebann]

Firstly, thank you for watching my video and commenting. This is what I found on Scans website concerning international delivery:
We do not currently delivery outside of Europe via our website, if you are outside of Europe and would like to order then you call our sales team to get a quote on [phone]

[@garycollumbell1396]

Its better for you to order from the states as its cheaper for the same specs i find the UK expensive for gaming machines compared to the US this is even before the gpu shortage. Tbh its probs better for soneone in the UK to order parts or systems from the US (nit factoring shipping) to the uk rather than the other way around.

[@Montebann]

That is great advice Gary. Adding to that, is that international shipping is at an all time inconsistency at the moment.

[@nubfaceforthelose]

Still waiting for my 3XS Ryzen 3900xt RTX 3080 build. Its unbearable. Been a month :'(

[@Montebann]

Hang in there Adam. My 3XS took about a month and a half so it should be soon. It will be awesome.

[@nubfaceforthelose]

@@Montebann just wanna ask a question if you don't mind mate. Did your build come with all the modular cables for the power supply or just the ones your stock build needs to work as is. I'm planning to add full RGB and several extra drives so I'll need most if not all the cables for the psu. Thanks dude and I hope you're loving the 3080 powaaaa.
EDIT: never mind bro, noticed you had a spare cables bag. Missed that. I assume they're in there.

[@Montebann]

Yes it came with alot of optional cables, I'm not sure I will ever use them. If you want an exact low down of what was included please feel free to message me and I can go through the contents of the bag with you.

[@nubfaceforthelose]

@@Montebann thanks man :D

[@peter58murray]

Just ordered my scan gamer 5600x 3070 pc from them today...coming in 2 days apparently...I guess they got stock in ....jeez thats a lot of bubble wrap

[@Montebann]

I am very excited for you. It's going to be an awesome machine and that's a quick turnaround. It was a lot of bubble wrap. lol.

[@rorus9530]

Ordered mine before you lucky git.

[@peter58murray]

@@rorus9530 lol I'm still waiting mate ..ordered on the 28th December and apparently its getting posted to me this weekend...not as planned but if indo get it this weekend or Monday il consider myself lucky

[@Montebann]

That's a pretty good turnaround... if it comes.

[@peter58murray]

@@Montebann lol yeah if it comes....they told me on the phone yesterday that they have my ryzen 5600x and rtx 3070 in stock and an engineer will be assigned in next day or so for weekend shipping but I've been hearing this for over a week

[@THEVAULTCHANNEL]

I think the next thing I need is a better main camera.

[@Montebann]

I have tried using a Go Pro now and the colours are better. But its a pain as it runs on battery. If anyone has any advise on a good priced but good quality camera, please let me know.

[@eagleeyemick6638]

@@Montebann this just popped up on my recommended lol. But what camera do you use now for your main? Thinking of upgrading.

[@MiataManDan]

I just ordered a prebuilt from scan good to know they are a reputable company and pc wont arrive in bits 🤣

[@Montebann]

I can only say from the experience I have had its been good so far. Micky a chap who chats in our live stream on Thursdays has had an issue with his delivery, but we think it was damaged in transit.

[@MiataManDan]

@@Montebann that's a damn shame I'd be so mad if that happens it's good they seem to have decent customer service and a year warranty

[@Montebann]

He's from Northern Ireland so it looks like it got banged about during the plane or boat ride. But yes Scan do have a pretty good after sales customer service and they are sorting it out for him. So fingers crossed he gets his new PC soon. Its always super disappointing when something like that happens. I am sure your PC will be fine. What are you getting, if you dont mind me asking?

[@MiataManDan]

@@Montebann I got a 3060 build with an it 10th gen processor it was way overkill for what I wanted but I'm paying monthly so it wasnt too painful

[@leetshots]

ordered one myself this morning, this one was a scan prebuilt in 2015, upgraded the gpu and had absolutely no problems with anything else. arrived ready with all the bench results etc. this was a 3xs system, one i have ordered was just a standard prebuilt option with a 3060ti but i am confident it'll be as well put together as this one.
its great as you get a bit older have a bit more disposable income and a bit less spare time.

[@Quantum_AI_Tech]

seriously dude you blew it, should have been a 5900x

[@Montebann]

Ha, yes your probably right. I have just always gone Intel, I should probably change my ways. Will check out your reviews before purchasing next time. :)

[@Quantum_AI_Tech]

@@Montebann I'm waiting for my 5950x RTX 3080 to be built, will post when it arrives :)

[@Montebann]

@How to Guides and Reviews Look forward to it.

[@mummykeeling]

My guy bought a 3080 for fortnite wtf

[@Montebann]

Yeah I need all the help I can get on Fortnite! Lol. Actually its mainly for video editing and publishing, that's where the real benefits are. Thanks for watching and commenting, also love your name.

[@speedbird737]

3090 cards came out soon after this video lol ditch the desk camera you're using its awful quality - the unboxing camera used is much better

[@Montebann]

Yeah I know, as soon as I saw the 3090s that was a Picard facepalm moment. The other camera was just my S20 phone, so I will need another camera.

[@speedbird737]

@@Montebann keep up the great videos

[@JudeTheYoutubePoopersubscribe]

Just bought one but with an rtx 4080. Says I'll get it in 2 days.

[@Montebann]

Exciting times. I think I will looking to upgrade later this year. Let me know how it turns out and thanks for commenting.

[@JudeTheYoutubePoopersubscribe]

@@Montebann got it and it's bloody brilliant. Running every game 4k maximum settings with ray tracing without breaking a sweat. Huge huge upgrade from the gtx 1080 I had before.