A player shows on Reddit how he squeezes a €2,700 RTX 5090 into a tiny PC case and the thing actually runs. The high-end GPU fills the interior almost completely, but the PC starts without any problems.
What does he show? The post by User enaZ9 with the simple title “It fits” is currently causing quite a stir on Reddit with 5,420 upvotes and 186 comments. The user proudly presents his PC, in which the gigantic RTX 5090 hardly finds any space.
In the picture (see below), it looks like the builder forced his graphics card into the case with sheer force. One almost gets the impression that the hardware fought for its place in the case. And all because he didn’t want to buy a new case.
Between the outward-bulging side panel and the graphics card, there seems to be only a hint of air left, and anyone looking at the picture inevitably wonders how this computer is still supposed to function at all.
The community celebrates the absurd build, but there is also criticism
How is the build received? In the comments on Reddit, the community celebrates the unusual build with a broad, digital grin. Many pay respect to the builder for his courage and the precision with which he squeezed the gigantic RTX 5090 into the mini case.
Others react with a wink. User MixtureOfAmateurs writes on Reddit: “I have the same problem with an RTX 3050 6GB and an HP EliteDesk. Should I follow the same path as you or just grind down the plastic cover a bit?” The user muckypup82 (via Reddit) writes instead: “I don’t think you need to worry about the graphics card sagging.”
Why is sagging a problem? Large graphics cards are very heavy. They are only screwed in at the back of the case and stick on one side into the motherboard. Due to their enormous length and weight, they can bend down over time. This can cause them to be damaged.
To prevent this, there are special graphics card holders. In this case, however, they are definitely not needed, as the card is pressed so extremely into the case that it cannot move at all.
What do the less enthusiastic voices say? There are also critical comments. On Reddit, Brawndo_or_Water notes that someone who can afford a GPU at this price range should also have $50 left for a suitable case.
Another user wonders: “I will never understand why people do this instead of just buying a new suitable case,” says Highlander198116 (via Reddit. “For me, it’s just silly,” says RunnerLuke357 (via Reddit). One should just buy a larger case right away.
What does the player himself say about it? He seems to share the humor. In response to a question from User DrRussleJimmies (via Reddit) asking why he doesn’t buy a new case, he simply replied: “I didn’t feel like it.”
User tibodak wants to know from him under the Reddit post which program he used to edit the photo. The OP’s answer? Hammer and sheet metal scissors.
Improper handling of (expensive) hardware can backfire quite a bit. This is clearly shown in another case. In another article, we report about a player who destroyed several components, including monitors and graphics cards, while upgrading his setup. An expensive mistake that shows: sometimes there’s only one wrong move between tinkering and total loss.
