Honestly, this video was sufficiently salty that I was entertained the entire time. I wish that didn't have to be the case, obviously, but it was worth watching, regardless.
2 years later im looking at picking up a used one in the 500$ range. Thank you Paul for making this content, it's valuable to me to have your review as a reference. Glad you went through with it. Be excellent to each other, and party on dude!
This GPU? Or... A PS5 and a Series X plus a bunch of games and peripherals? The depressing part is that that's true at the MSRP... At current prices you can probably also get a new TV...
loved the point you made towards the end... when prices normalize (and they will... eventually) people are going to remember which companies took advantage, and when choosing between a brand that hiked prices, and one that did not... the great majority will go for the latter. the market for high-end gpus, are exactly the people who care about and remember stuff like that.
Do you remember GPP? I doubt most consumers will remember anything tbh. If they did GPU prices wouldnt be as high as they are. PPL have short memories when they want something.
@@Game_Rebel Most ppl dont remember GPP "Geforce Partner Program" at all. If they did there would still be a huge uproar about it. As soon as someone sees something they want they tend to forget about the things they were so upset about only minutes before. I for one have stuck to my principals about Nvidias anti consumer actions and havent purchased one of their cards in 5+ years now. "I did buy a used GTX1070 back in 2017, but that was because I couldnt get a Vega card at the time"
I made another comment on the prices. They did not take advantage. Zotac raised the prices on the 3080 by 12% while they got hit with a 25% tariff. Considering the very small margins GPUs operate on, this is commendable.
Literally though I don’t know why people even complain about GPU vids they subbed to the Chanel for those reviews and other things… so makes no sense to complain about it! Thanks Paul great review!
Future Me (March 2022): Also thanks, Paul, for discovering the lost city of Atlantis and furthermore proving that unicorns are real by riding one through downtown LA. You completely deserve that the UN awarded you Santa Catalina as your own personal fiefdom.
That was the best gpu review I've ever seen. Plain english easy to see and understand without a 1000 tables and graphs that you can not follow and no glimpses of game play with overlays that you have to pause to see what the reviewer is actually talking about. Fantastic job. I just wish i could afford one lol😁👏👏😎🇬🇧
@@JY__L evga is the best of the bunch in my opinion. gigabyte would be the worst simply because they don't honor their warranty and blame you for buying broken stuff.
@@michaelhughes9278 I have been in the EVGA RTX3080 waiting list for a long time, even the 3070Ti and 3080Ti, I joined the list less than about 1 hour after they open the queue for elite members, but nothing happened. For the Gigabyte card, I got it for a price close to the MSRP so I decide to take it. And for the warraty, the RMA system is pretty easy to use but since I never sent any RMA part so I have no idea how they will proceed.
Thank you for continuing to post videos even if some people can't get the cards. I love watching your videos and when the prices come down I will know which one to get. Love the vids.
Well, I played the entire video but got up to cook dinner after the first minute. Liked and commented just cause I like Paul and he needs to know that videos like this don't afffect that.
I actually already have the card but I was happily surprised to see it featured in a video! Yes, it is immensely overpriced but I needed it for work so money wasn't really a factor I could care too much about, and it was the only available option at the time. It's very nice though, never had power like this in a PC before o.O
Thanks for keeping your promise to Zotac and us. Honest review and your impressions and feelings are why I subscribe and keep coming to watch. Congratulations to the winner of the card. Now the rest of us can save that markup $$ and spend on some pint glasses (with coasters!)
Thanks for the review... sure, like many people I've got GPU fatigue, but I am no fair-weathered fan. I always appreciate the information that you, Steve and Steve impart, and file away those recommendations for an informed buying choice when the time comes for my upgrade. This is time well spent -don't let anyone tell you any different.
I think I'm personally responsible for about 10,000 of these views because I had a headache, anxiety attacks and couldn't concentrate. Great video Paul. I like videos...
Paul, These videos are still watchable, why, because ONE DAY we'll have the opportunity to own these and the review is warranted... Unless the 4000 series comes out, then you're wasting your time with this. LoL
Buddy I hope it brings you peace of mind to know that NOW this video is very helpful considering the price drop nowadays. Not to mention I was coincidentally on the fence with both of these cards so I really appreciate the catered experience 😂
I built my computer about 4 yrs ago with the help of your channel, and even tho I likely wont upgrade until next yr I still watch your videos. Aka I havent had much direct need for the info for some time, but still appreciate/enjoy the videos anyways.
I come from the future, watching this to get info on the quality of the cooler and controls since I just grabbed a ZOTAC 3090TI AMP Extreme Holo for $1000
Still worth reviewing the cards you do get. People don't have a choice, when something is available they buy it, so reviews are still valuable so people can learn something about what they get to buy.
over a year later and I'm watching this video to decide on purchasing this or not. Now that prices have stabilized and 4000 series has come out this card is listed for $880 on amazon. Crazy to think that just a year ago someone purchased this for more than double what I am now. Love the salt Paul, great video as always and I'm glad you made this even for the (at the time of watching) 118,795 people watching.
So not only did Zotac completely ignore their EU customers by not allowing them to purchase a gpu directly off them, which they did before, but now they are totally dropping the ball by mistreating the customers they chose to focus on by blatantly raising the prices to stupid levels?? This should be remembered when things go back to normal.
Paul, it's an excellent review as expected, but it wasn't clear whether you gave Zotac chance to respond to your accusation that they're price gouging. Obviously, there's no chance they'd admit to it if that's what they are indeed doing, but it would be clear if that were the case from their response. However, Zotac cards are assembled in China IIRC; we know that production costs have escalated there due to the pandemic, as well as the USD weakening against the Yuan because fed money printer go brrrrrr, plus massive increases in shipping costs (3x to 4x). Everything coming from China is getting more expensive, so raising MSRP might be the only way Zotac can stay in business. Plus, y'know, inflation. Or maybe, yeah - they might just be taking advantage of graphics card market conditions... 🤷♂️
You're not alone. I've been entering the Newegg lottery daily for months; hoping to win "the chance to buy a price gouged RTX 30xx video card". Sigh. I just want one. :(
I watch shows about supercars too, unlikely to ever own one, but it's still fun to see them go through their paces. I don't have many geek friends, so I just enjoy hearing you speak my language and don't really care what you're talking about too much.
Let's not also forget the time that Zotac advertised their cards as mining cards. Such great advertisement on their end, when mining was still ramping up.
I think the main reason they are so popular during this odd market is due to the fact that they seem to drop more cards regularly than anyone else.. And you can buy them directly from zotac.. But every single one of the cards is insanely overpriced.
Honestly, this definitely deserves a lot more attention than what the title suggests. Take my like, bell button, view, and subscription for RUclips. You definitely deserve this one!
I had stopped watching Paul's videos for a few months. But now im back because, I think Paul makes videos for budget gamers like me. When times get tough it become clear.
Dear Paul, gpu or no gpu... I'm one of those satisfied and pleased to see u talk about tech with that beautiful glasses of yours ❤ Keep it up and keep going, all the support is here for u 🔥
I really like this card. I got the regular 3080 which I think is almost almost same as this card. it's a fair price at $1350 for the non ti version. It's much better than getting a rog at 2k+ . I wish you could compare the these cards against more models of the 3080.
Paul, thank you for covering this despite the market. You must remember there are cars, motorcycles, bicycles, phones, laptops, homes, clothes, watches, cameras, and audio/home theater equipment that people can't afford, but that can't be a reason not to cover it, because computer technology is what you do and the other things that I mentioned are what other reviewers review as well. I love your disclaimer and as another guy said in the comments, people will hopefully remember which companies did the scalping and make them pay for it. I believe most AIB partners cards if this market wasn't crazy would still be between 150-300 over regular founders edition pricing in a normal market because Nvidia founders edition is a stripped-down card and most AIBs would add either more DP, HDMI ports, RGB, more fans and overclocking potential, but you true point is well made because even 1199 is too high considering where the 3080 founders edition is. Keep being true to who you are Paul, we all know you had nothing to do with this foolishness and you don't agree with it no more than anyone else.
I don't see the super series being a thing this generation. It just doesn't make sense. Wouldn't mind if they come out though, benchmarks would def be interesting.
I think people are going to be rightly pissed if NVIDIA comes out with a Super card after the Ti cards considering that they can't produce enough GPU's to satisfy current demand.
@@ycageLehT The 16GB 3080Super makes a LOT of sense if we assume it's GDDR6, not GDDR6x. The 30-series is a flawed design. I'd say a Super refresh is virtually inevitable.
Strix 3080 is worth every penny. Was lucky to get the white one and after using 3080 Vision and 3080 Ti Amp Holo, it shows how good Asus are this time.
But this is one time cost that should last you for years while your mortgage is a monthly expense. So you should definitely buy this as it's clearly the smarter use of your money. ;) /s (I'm glad it's not my money as that price is insane.)
Solid video. Jon Rettinger and I used the Zotac Trinity OC 3090 in a water cooled PC desk build we just did and it's performance was solid but it's the same story of GPU pricing being so out there that it's hard to recommend.
thanks paul, i was considering this zotac gpu the other day cuz the stocks are improving and price is still crumbling down. it is now around 1800usd in my country
Thanks for the upload !!! WOW that is a crazy price. I wonder who will actually buy the Zotac.... +500 price hike for what really... not worth it at all.
Thanks Paul, ppl in the market for these 3080 ties need to know this info eventually anyway if comparing AIB models, and I know I will remember who gouged the deepest, and good work on not holding back
This is the second time watching this cus I forgot I already watched it, but thank you again for this video. I got this card on ebay, used, but in VERY good condition from appearance. Just now got everything ordered for my first pc build and worried about the card again, so I came to this video and I'm sooo glad I did. Man that noise was very pleasant and VERY reassuring to hear.
I really appreciate the complete and utter honesty you bring. Its refreshing too see and its one of the many reasons I will always watch, whatever video you make. Keep up the great work paul.
Thanks Paul I got this card today with 64gb ddr4 3600 and a 2tb xlr8 nvme for $950 and I couldn't be happier. This card is compatible for my ek fluid gaming custom loop so this is awesome I checked back at this video for performance!
My man Paul standing up for the little guy and calling Zotac out. I would never buy this card but I’ll still watch because I like hearing your feedback.
Thanks for doing this review Paul. I got this card from the Newegg shuffle. Overall I'm happy with the card itself. My only complaint is obviously the price.
I've watched videos by various Tech Tubers building mega thousand dollar computers I would never buy, so please, keep making videos about stuff to keep us both entertained and informed! Thanks!
Crazy thing is the $1200 MSRP sounds amazing after all the gouging we've endured. Reminds me of the gas crisis several years back when it went from dollar territory to the $4 mark and eventually back down to the mid $2's which felt like a win at the time, but prices never hit the former lows and i think we may have the same thing happening here.
It's nice to see they are included today in the Prime day sale for $1,049.99. I still can't decided if I actually want it now though. Last year I wanted it when i was playing more games, but, now, not so much extra time. Solid video.
i got one of these at the 1.7k price. 4 in stock at microcenter when i checked, 2 left by the time i got there. i know its expensive, but i am upgrading from a temporary Rx570 in a otherwise top end system. it was worth it.
Hey Paul, no matter what you upload I'll watch it. I am here for you as a person, not for any specific kind of video you do, and I think many others would say the same. Loved the review! :)
Getting mad because you can't afford or get something is just so petty, I love watching reviews and videos about lots of things that I cannot afford or get, have an amazing evening Paul and good video as always
Saw a post from Paul. Watched a post from Paul. I'm satisfied.
Same here.
Cut and straight to the point, like that.
Indeed
Hear hear
It's glad to see Paul is still up to his old tricks satisfying a group of men...
Honestly, this video was sufficiently salty that I was entertained the entire time. I wish that didn't have to be the case, obviously, but it was worth watching, regardless.
I want to like this post but I can’t in all good consciousness because the likes are at 69 exactly but I approve all the same
@@Guavamente I liked it. Deal with it.
Pauls saltiness is the reason i still watch PC youtube videos
@@cookie7993 dang i wanted to keep the likes at 69! lol i guess I have to like the post too now haha
AT less he talk about how stupid the video cards are worth.
2 years later im looking at picking up a used one in the 500$ range.
Thank you Paul for making this content, it's valuable to me to have your review as a reference. Glad you went through with it.
Be excellent to each other, and party on dude!
It's weird how this 1 gpu costs more than the PC I once planned on buying
costs more than my pc setup, including peripherals, and i have a race wheel ROFL
@@InevitableAtrocities sheeeeeesh
So true. I was going to build my first pc. These prices are scary.
It costs more than my whole setup, possibly including the VR headset. It hurts because I could have a 3090 in my hand TODAY if I had $2k cash......
This GPU?
Or...
A PS5 and a Series X plus a bunch of games and peripherals?
The depressing part is that that's true at the MSRP... At current prices you can probably also get a new TV...
I watched because I respect you keeping your word..
Same
Likewise.
We'll support your channel even if you review a potted plant. Keep em coming.
lol thats Dimitrijs job^^
I‘d watch that.
Wow that would be an awesome aprils fools video :)
Paul's Greenhouse?
loved the point you made towards the end... when prices normalize (and they will... eventually) people are going to remember which companies took advantage, and when choosing between a brand that hiked prices, and one that did not... the great majority will go for the latter. the market for high-end gpus, are exactly the people who care about and remember stuff like that.
Do you remember GPP?
I doubt most consumers will remember anything tbh. If they did GPU prices wouldnt be as high as they are. PPL have short memories when they want something.
@@dralord1307 yeah, long term you’re definitely right… maybe a year or so.
@@Game_Rebel Most ppl dont remember GPP "Geforce Partner Program" at all. If they did there would still be a huge uproar about it. As soon as someone sees something they want they tend to forget about the things they were so upset about only minutes before.
I for one have stuck to my principals about Nvidias anti consumer actions and havent purchased one of their cards in 5+ years now. "I did buy a used GTX1070 back in 2017, but that was because I couldnt get a Vega card at the time"
@@dralord1307 true… guess I was a bit optimistic.
I made another comment on the prices. They did not take advantage. Zotac raised the prices on the 3080 by 12% while they got hit with a 25% tariff. Considering the very small margins GPUs operate on, this is commendable.
Future Me (March 2022): Thanks Paul this help me make a decision now that GPUs are at a normal price.
Literally though I don’t know why people even complain about GPU vids they subbed to the Chanel for those reviews and other things… so makes no sense to complain about it!
Thanks Paul great review!
Future Me (March 2022): Also thanks, Paul, for discovering the lost city of Atlantis and furthermore proving that unicorns are real by riding one through downtown LA. You completely deserve that the UN awarded you Santa Catalina as your own personal fiefdom.
It's so cute that you think GPU prices will be back to normal by early 2022...
@@LadyEmilyNyx A Bot can dream
@@jordinja The Unicorn is the national animal of Scotland.
That was the best gpu review I've ever seen. Plain english easy to see and understand without a 1000 tables and graphs that you can not follow and no glimpses of game play with overlays that you have to pause to see what the reviewer is actually talking about. Fantastic job.
I just wish i could afford one lol😁👏👏😎🇬🇧
Heh- a GN burn.
Mental note: never buy a Zotac product
Yup, MSI, Gigabyte and Zotac won’t be getting my money. Asus has been creeping up too I’ve noticed as well.
@@mbertolijr I really tried to buy a Asus RTX 3080 but I can only get a Aorus RTX3080 Master at this moment.
@@JY__L evga is the best of the bunch in my opinion. gigabyte would be the worst simply because they don't honor their warranty and blame you for buying broken stuff.
@@mbertolijr Asus 3080ti is 2,000! They are the ones who uped the price first, even the regular 3080 from Asus was stupid money.
@@michaelhughes9278 I have been in the EVGA RTX3080 waiting list for a long time, even the 3070Ti and 3080Ti, I joined the list less than about 1 hour after they open the queue for elite members, but nothing happened. For the Gigabyte card, I got it for a price close to the MSRP so I decide to take it. And for the warraty, the RMA system is pretty easy to use but since I never sent any RMA part so I have no idea how they will proceed.
Thank you for continuing to post videos even if some people can't get the cards. I love watching your videos and when the prices come down I will know which one to get. Love the vids.
clicked a like, you were right I did not want to see another GPU review especially at this price. Happy you kept your promise! keep up the videos!
Thanks Frank!
Well, I played the entire video but got up to cook dinner after the first minute. Liked and commented just cause I like Paul and he needs to know that videos like this don't afffect that.
Paul - reviewer gotta review. You make the videos - I'll keep watching.
I actually already have the card but I was happily surprised to see it featured in a video! Yes, it is immensely overpriced but I needed it for work so money wasn't really a factor I could care too much about, and it was the only available option at the time. It's very nice though, never had power like this in a PC before o.O
Thanks for keeping your promise to Zotac and us. Honest review and your impressions and feelings are why I subscribe and keep coming to watch.
Congratulations to the winner of the card.
Now the rest of us can save that markup $$ and spend on some pint glasses (with coasters!)
Thanks for the review... sure, like many people I've got GPU fatigue, but I am no fair-weathered fan. I always appreciate the information that you, Steve and Steve impart, and file away those recommendations for an informed buying choice when the time comes for my upgrade. This is time well spent -don't let anyone tell you any different.
This review is handy now that i am looking to get a used GPU. Thank you great review
Sees gpu review, watches gpu review, understands content creator gotta make a living somehow. Appreciates content. Have a great day Paul
I think I'm personally responsible for about 10,000 of these views because I had a headache, anxiety attacks and couldn't concentrate. Great video Paul. I like videos...
I watch the whole thing to know whats its about and of course you should get paid
And here’s me in November 2022 having bought this exact same graphics card for 1k brand new. Worth it!
Paul, These videos are still watchable, why, because ONE DAY we'll have the opportunity to own these and the review is warranted... Unless the 4000 series comes out, then you're wasting your time with this. LoL
You can own them now, you can buy them on newegg right now
Fast forward a year, prices are much better now.
@@ryanklb It's like I predicted it... Haha
Buddy I hope it brings you peace of mind to know that NOW this video is very helpful considering the price drop nowadays. Not to mention I was coincidentally on the fence with both of these cards so I really appreciate the catered experience 😂
I came for Paul and stuck through the GPU bit. Thank you for the content Paul!
Like you style and content. Will always watch, like, and support. Keep up the good work
Hmmm, listening to the sound test and I realize that the Zotac card has tinnitus too.
I built my computer about 4 yrs ago with the help of your channel, and even tho I likely wont upgrade until next yr I still watch your videos. Aka I havent had much direct need for the info for some time, but still appreciate/enjoy the videos anyways.
Paul lighting the Zotac bridge on fire!
I come from the future, watching this to get info on the quality of the cooler and controls since I just grabbed a ZOTAC 3090TI AMP Extreme Holo for $1000
I just got there 3090 trinity oc was worried heard alot of bad things haven't used mine yet can you lmk if I should send it back or not
Still worth reviewing the cards you do get. People don't have a choice, when something is available they buy it, so reviews are still valuable so people can learn something about what they get to buy.
over a year later and I'm watching this video to decide on purchasing this or not. Now that prices have stabilized and 4000 series has come out this card is listed for $880 on amazon. Crazy to think that just a year ago someone purchased this for more than double what I am now. Love the salt Paul, great video as always and I'm glad you made this even for the (at the time of watching) 118,795 people watching.
So not only did Zotac completely ignore their EU customers by not allowing them to purchase a gpu directly off them, which they did before, but now they are totally dropping the ball by mistreating the customers they chose to focus on by blatantly raising the prices to stupid levels?? This should be remembered when things go back to normal.
Great video. Happy to be one of the MANY still watching at the end. :)
Damn never will I ever buy zotac brand again.
Still the first channel I come to when I'm looking for reviews. Keep 'em coming! 😀
isn't zotac known as the "budget" brand? lmao
That's my budget for the whole pc!
Actually they are known for smaller gpu's for itx builds
@@TheCkybrandan funny you say that
I have this gpu (non ti though) in a meshlicious lmao
They are known as zotax now
I was able to snag a Zotac 3060 ti a while ago and it is much smaller, size wise most of the time.
Paul, it's an excellent review as expected, but it wasn't clear whether you gave Zotac chance to respond to your accusation that they're price gouging.
Obviously, there's no chance they'd admit to it if that's what they are indeed doing, but it would be clear if that were the case from their response.
However, Zotac cards are assembled in China IIRC; we know that production costs have escalated there due to the pandemic, as well as the USD weakening against the Yuan because fed money printer go brrrrrr, plus massive increases in shipping costs (3x to 4x). Everything coming from China is getting more expensive, so raising MSRP might be the only way Zotac can stay in business. Plus, y'know, inflation.
Or maybe, yeah - they might just be taking advantage of graphics card market conditions... 🤷♂️
10 Months in the hunt, 3000 series still a myth to me. They only exist in my dreams.
You're not alone. I've been entering the Newegg lottery daily for months; hoping to win "the chance to buy a price gouged RTX 30xx video card". Sigh. I just want one. :(
Haa how? I got 3080 Vision back in November, used it for 8 months. Swapped to 3080 Ti Amp Holo for a week and traded that to Strix 3080 White.
You can buy them on newegg, stock x, and ebay.....easy as hell to find
I just bought mine at Microcenter. Unfortunately they had to pay way over msrp to outbid the miners
I watch shows about supercars too, unlikely to ever own one, but it's still fun to see them go through their paces. I don't have many geek friends, so I just enjoy hearing you speak my language and don't really care what you're talking about too much.
Man... The cost of that GPU is basically my entire life saving lmao
Well the MSRP was already half of it then 😂
@@builderphill1361 I thought he was already talking about MSRP :3.
Let's not also forget the time that Zotac advertised their cards as mining cards. Such great advertisement on their end, when mining was still ramping up.
At this point, I wouldn't even buy a Zotac card if they were in stock at MSRP. That's some really poor PR on their part... Oof.
I think the main reason they are so popular during this odd market is due to the fact that they seem to drop more cards regularly than anyone else.. And you can buy them directly from zotac.. But every single one of the cards is insanely overpriced.
Honestly, this definitely deserves a lot more attention than what the title suggests. Take my like, bell button, view, and subscription for RUclips. You definitely deserve this one!
I’m never gonna buy one, but I watched.
I'll wait a few years myself. I'll pay $300 for it max.
I had stopped watching Paul's videos for a few months. But now im back because, I think Paul makes videos for budget gamers like me.
When times get tough it become clear.
@Paul'sHardware As soon as the price goes down the number of people watching goes up.
Dear Paul, gpu or no gpu... I'm one of those satisfied and pleased to see u talk about tech with that beautiful glasses of yours ❤
Keep it up and keep going, all the support is here for u 🔥
I really like this card. I got the regular 3080 which I think is almost almost same as this card. it's a fair price at $1350 for the non ti version. It's much better than getting a rog at 2k+ . I wish you could compare the these cards against more models of the 3080.
Paul, thank you for covering this despite the market. You must remember there are cars, motorcycles, bicycles, phones, laptops, homes, clothes, watches, cameras, and audio/home theater equipment that people can't afford, but that can't be a reason not to cover it, because computer technology is what you do and the other things that I mentioned are what other reviewers review as well. I love your disclaimer and as another guy said in the comments, people will hopefully remember which companies did the scalping and make them pay for it.
I believe most AIB partners cards if this market wasn't crazy would still be between 150-300 over regular founders edition pricing in a normal market because Nvidia founders edition is a stripped-down card and most AIBs would add either more DP, HDMI ports, RGB, more fans and overclocking potential, but you true point is well made because even 1199 is too high considering where the 3080 founders edition is. Keep being true to who you are Paul, we all know you had nothing to do with this foolishness and you don't agree with it no more than anyone else.
I feel like the 3080Super is going to make this look very silly.,
I call bs on the super series being a thing
I don't see the super series being a thing this generation. It just doesn't make sense. Wouldn't mind if they come out though, benchmarks would def be interesting.
I think people are going to be rightly pissed if NVIDIA comes out with a Super card after the Ti cards considering that they can't produce enough GPU's to satisfy current demand.
@@SpookyBeast1917
They will probably add more VRAM.
@@ycageLehT The 16GB 3080Super makes a LOT of sense if we assume it's GDDR6, not GDDR6x.
The 30-series is a flawed design. I'd say a Super refresh is virtually inevitable.
I love videos about PC hardware even if I can't own it. Thanks Paul!
I'm an asus strix die hard fan, I can wait until this madness is over.
Strix 3080 is worth every penny. Was lucky to get the white one and after using 3080 Vision and 3080 Ti Amp Holo, it shows how good Asus are this time.
Paul do your thing bro we still need reviews man. I hate it for people that are mad...not your fault man. Things are getting better.
This GPU is more than my mortgage. Good lord the GPU market is screwed.
But this is one time cost that should last you for years while your mortgage is a monthly expense. So you should definitely buy this as it's clearly the smarter use of your money. ;) /s (I'm glad it's not my money as that price is insane.)
It was a really good review... we need them even if you can't buy them or won't at that price... Where did you get the t-shirt? Awesome!
The cost of the card will also put your financials through its paces also.
Solid video. Jon Rettinger and I used the Zotac Trinity OC 3090 in a water cooled PC desk build we just did and it's performance was solid but it's the same story of GPU pricing being so out there that it's hard to recommend.
I still remember when Zotac tweeted out a mining rig towards gamers during the GPU drought. We remember.
01:57 You know this man is serious about his test bench when you see the ole trusty fire extinguisher next to it.
I didn't scroll down very far but,
Great job on Celebrity Tech-not-jeopardy Paul!!!
thanks paul, i was considering this zotac gpu the other day cuz the stocks are improving and price is still crumbling down. it is now around 1800usd in my country
I dont get tired of watching gpu reviews because when they are all available I will have plenty of info on all the cards.
Still glad you made the video otherwise, give yourself more credit Paul. . .
Seriously dude. .
(That Second dude that kept watching until the end)
Thanks for the upload !!! WOW that is a crazy price. I wonder who will actually buy the Zotac.... +500 price hike for what really... not worth it at all.
The new location makes a nice change Paul. Good choice for the video!
Thanks Paul, ppl in the market for these 3080 ties need to know this info eventually anyway if comparing AIB models, and I know I will remember who gouged the deepest, and good work on not holding back
Thanks for covering this and sticking to your guns, I appreciate your commitment to your promises.
You keep up the good work and we keep up with the views, your videos are always fun so bring it on!
This is the second time watching this cus I forgot I already watched it, but thank you again for this video. I got this card on ebay, used, but in VERY good condition from appearance. Just now got everything ordered for my first pc build and worried about the card again, so I came to this video and I'm sooo glad I did. Man that noise was very pleasant and VERY reassuring to hear.
@Paul’s Hardware in the french guys voice people use in their videos for transitions between segments “11K views later…” 😂🤣👏
I really appreciate the complete and utter honesty you bring. Its refreshing too see and its one of the many reasons I will always watch, whatever video you make. Keep up the great work paul.
Damn, prices are still absolutely insane. Let us hope they continue to come down to something approaching a reasonable price.
Thanks Paul I got this card today with 64gb ddr4 3600 and a 2tb xlr8 nvme for $950 and I couldn't be happier. This card is compatible for my ek fluid gaming custom loop so this is awesome I checked back at this video for performance!
I still watched this video because I support you Paul. You also have a family to feed which makes videos like these important to make!!
My man Paul standing up for the little guy and calling Zotac out. I would never buy this card but I’ll still watch because I like hearing your feedback.
Good review Paul. Keep doing what you're doing! 👍
Thanks for making this video. It's very useful in 2023 where the prices are decent again.
Thanks for the honest post. I hope your channel is doing enough to pay the bills. Keep the faith 😇
3,983 Views at the moment im watching.. you are still loved Paul....
Thank You for keeping it real!
Stayed to see if you had, ty again.
The fire extinguisher was a little overkill. But it made me smile.
Thanks for doing this review Paul. I got this card from the Newegg shuffle. Overall I'm happy with the card itself. My only complaint is obviously the price.
Testing station, overclocking.... fire extinguisher on desk... NICE!
Well reviewed and a good way to deal with the situation
I would never buy one of these but I'll always watch your videos, Paul.
I've watched videos by various Tech Tubers building mega thousand dollar computers I would never buy, so please, keep making videos about stuff to keep us both entertained and informed! Thanks!
Thumbs up for being a man of your word and modeling integrity. The world needs more of that.
Weird world we live in where people get a pat on the back for doing what they said they would do. We should expect nothing less.
Crazy thing is the $1200 MSRP sounds amazing after all the gouging we've endured. Reminds me of the gas crisis several years back when it went from dollar territory to the $4 mark and eventually back down to the mid $2's which felt like a win at the time, but prices never hit the former lows and i think we may have the same thing happening here.
Even if it is a review video, I come here for the channel, keep the good work!
It's nice to see they are included today in the Prime day sale for $1,049.99. I still can't decided if I actually want it now though. Last year I wanted it when i was playing more games, but, now, not so much extra time. Solid video.
ill watch if for nothing else to show you support bud thanks for helping me learn how to build my first pc between you and jayztocents
I watch your videos no matter what the subject is. I always learn something from each one. Thanks for all the great info.
Hey Paul even though I have no intentions of parting ways with my 1080 Ti I'm still here watching your gpu review...
i got one of these at the 1.7k price. 4 in stock at microcenter when i checked, 2 left by the time i got there.
i know its expensive, but i am upgrading from a temporary Rx570 in a otherwise top end system. it was worth it.
true as long as it's msrp I'm fine but I would like to stay below 2k. picked up the evga 3080ti at microcenter loving it
To be honest, the 3080ti isnt even worth the 1200 msrp, so no?
You should get a mini split for your garage. Keep you cool in the summer.
Every video that You make Paul is a piece of Artwork!
Hey Paul, no matter what you upload I'll watch it. I am here for you as a person, not for any specific kind of video you do, and I think many others would say the same. Loved the review! :)
picked one up a week ago for 850 cdn, i will always appreciate this divine intervention
Getting mad because you can't afford or get something is just so petty, I love watching reviews and videos about lots of things that I cannot afford or get, have an amazing evening Paul and good video as always