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The Full Nerd

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The Full Nerd is PCWorld's enthusiast PC hardware and PC building podcast. Each week Gordon Mah Ung, Brad Chacos, Adam Patrick Murray, and Alaina Yee cover everything hardware related from news to reviews to tips. We also answer questions from the live audience or submitted to our Discord. Join us live on the PCWorld YouTube channel every Tuesday at 10:30 am Pacific and interact with us in real time!

Episodes

Episode 342: Major Windows 11 Changes, Ranking Of Windows & More

Join The Full Nerd gang as they talk about the latest PC hardware topics. In this episode the gang covers all the major changes coming to Windows 11, our ranking of Windows operating systems, and much more. And of course we answer your questions live! *This episode is sponsored by Nvidia GeForce RTX Remix, the ultimate modding platform: https://www.nvidia.com/en-us/geforce/rtx-remix/ Links: - https://www.pcworld.com/article/2653470/microsoft-kills-the-legendary-blue-screen-of-death-it-looks-like...

Apr 08, 20252 hr 4 minEp. 342

Special Edition: Brad & Brad & Will Made A Tech Pod On The Full Nerd - All Q&A!

Join The Full Nerd gang as they talk about the latest PC hardware topics. In this crossover episode, the gang is joined by Brad Shoemaker & Will Smith from Brad & Will Made a Tech Pod to answer all the questions (topical or not) and more. And as always we answer your questions live! Join the PC related discussions and ask us questions on Discord: https://discord.gg/SGPRSy7 Follow the crew on X: @AdamPMurray @BradChacos @MorphingBall @WillSmith ============= Follow PCWorld! Website: http://www.pc...

Apr 01, 20252 hr 32 min

Episode 341: DirectX RT Update, SteamOS Inbound, PCWorld News & More

Join The Full Nerd gang as they talk about the latest PC hardware topics. In this episode the gang covers Microsoft's DirectX update that includes ray tracing enhancements, the imminent release of SteamOS to gaming PCs (handheld and otherwise), the latest news at PCWorld, and much more. And of course we answer your questions live! *This episode is sponsored by Nvidia GeForce RTX Remix, the ultimate modding platform: https://www.nvidia.com/en-us/geforce/rtx-remix/ Links: DX RT 1.2: https://www.pc...

Mar 25, 20252 hr 53 minEp. 341

Episode 340: The State Of Game Dev, Consoles VS PC & More

Join The Full Nerd gang as they talk about the latest PC hardware topics. In this episode the gang is live from GDC 2025 and joined by special guests to talk about game development, how PCs are still superior to consoles, and much more. And of course we answer your questions live! *This episode is sponsored by Nvidia GeForce RTX Remix, the ultimate modding platform: https://www.nvidia.com/en-us/geforce/rtx-remix/ Join the PC related discussions and ask us questions on Discord: https://discord.gg...

Mar 20, 20252 hr 49 minEp. 340

Episode 339: The Impact Of Tariffs, RDNA 4 Rocks, 9950X3D Release & More

Join The Full Nerd gang as they talk about the latest PC hardware topics. In this episode the gang covers the reviews around AMD's Radeon RX 9070 and 9070 XT GPUs, the release of Ryzen 9 9900X3D and 9950X3D, and explain how tarrifs are reaking havoc across our whole industry. And of course we answer your questions live! Links: Tarrifs explained: https://www.pcworld.com/article/2630353/pc-insiders-weigh-in-on-tariffs-expect-pain-at-the-cash-register.html RX 9070 XT review: https://www.pcworld.com...

Mar 11, 20253 hr 40 minEp. 339

Episode 338: Radeon Counterpunch, Boring 5070 Reviews & More

Join The Full Nerd gang as they talk about the latest PC hardware topics. In this episode the gang covers yet another GPU review, this time for Nvidia's GeForce RTX 5070 line, AMD's Radeon counterpunch with competitive pricing, and more. And of course we answer your questions live! Links: RTX 5070 review: https://www.pcworld.com/article/2625579/nvidia-geforce-rtx-5070-review.html Radeon 9000 news: https://www.pcworld.com/article/2622531/amds-radeon-rx-9070-and-9070-xt-target-4k-gaming-at-a-1440p...

Mar 04, 20252 hr 40 minEp. 338

Episode 337: RTX 5070 Ti Reviews, More 50-Series Problems & More

Join The Full Nerd gang as they talk about the latest PC hardware topics. In this episode the gang covers the reviews for Nvidia's GeForce RTX 5070 Ti line of GPUs, all of the new weirdness surrounding the whole RTX 50-series launch, and more. And of course we answer your questions live! Links: RTX 5070 Ti review: https://www.pcworld.com/article/2612343/nvidia-geforce-rtx-5070-ti-review.html DLSS 4 testing on RTX 5070 Ti: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_v7KboWkdu0 Missing ROPs: https://www.pcwo...

Feb 25, 20252 hr 22 minEp. 337

Episode 336: Radeon A Flop? Average Upgrade Cycle? DLSS Always On? - All Q&A

Join The Full Nerd gang as they talk about the latest PC hardware topics. In this episode the gang finally tackles the huge Q&A backlog. And of course we answer your questions live! Join the PC related discussions and ask us questions on Discord: https://discord.gg/SGPRSy7 Follow the crew on X: @AdamPMurray @BradChacos @MorphingBall @WillSmith ============= Follow PCWorld! Website: http://www.pcworld.com X: https://www.x.com/pcworld =============

Feb 18, 20252 hr 47 minEp. 336

Episode 335: Further GPU Madness, New Handhelds, Stupid Projects & More

Join The Full Nerd gang as they talk about the latest PC hardware topics. In this episode the gang is joined by special guest Sean Hollister, Senior Editor from @TheVerge , to cover the continued craziness around these new GPU launches (price increases, stability issues, pre-ordering systems), new handheld coverage (Ayaneo 3, Lenovo Legion Go S, GPD Win Max 2) and more. And of course we answer your questions live! Links: - RTX 50 series pricing increases: https://www.pcworld.com/article/2602562/...

Feb 12, 20252 hr 16 minEp. 333

Episode 334: RTX 5080 Reviews, Launch Day Madness, Smooth Motion & More

Join The Full Nerd gang as they talk about the latest PC hardware topics. In this episode the gang covers what people are saying about the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080, how badly the launch went, DLSS Smooth Motion, and more. And of course we answer your questions live! PCWorld's RTX 5080 review https://www.pcworld.com/article/2591060/nvidia-geforce-rtx-5080-review.html https://youtu.be/YaZT5OuW6v0?si=wie0C6na7Ul7jB0a Join the PC related discussions and ask us questions on Discord: https://discord.gg...

Feb 04, 20252 hr 3 minEp. 334

Episode 333: RTX 5090 Reviews, DLSS 4 Discussions & More

Join The Full Nerd gang as they talk about the latest PC hardware topics. In this episode the gang covers all of the reviews for Nvidia's GeForce RTX 5090 GPUs (including our own), DLSS 4 and the various discussions around multi-frame gen, and more. And of course we answer your questions live! PCWorld's RTX 5090 review https://www.pcworld.com/article/2585806/nvidia-geforce-rtx-5090-review.html https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_J5wDq2ba2E Check out the audio version of the podcast on iTunes, Spoti...

Jan 29, 20252 hr 40 minEp. 333

Episode 332: Radeon Delay, RTX 50 Series Editors Day, B570 Reviews

Join The Full Nerd gang as they talk about the latest PC hardware topics. In this episode the gang covers the delayed launch of Radeon 9000 series, all of the details we can talk about from Nvidia's editors day at CES 2025, the reviews of Intel's Arc B570. And of course we answer your questions live! Check out the audio version of the podcast on iTunes, Spotify, Pocket Casts and more so you can listen on the go, and be sure to subscribe so you don't miss the latest live episode here on YouTube! ...

Jan 21, 20251 hr 23 minEp. 332

Episode 331: CES 2025 Wrap-Up: The Things We Missed

Join The Full Nerd gang as they talk about the latest PC hardware topics. In this episode the gang reunites after CES 2025 to talk about all of the PC related news we missed and to get thoughts from the home team. And of course we answer your questions live! *This episode is sponsored by SilverStone, the leader in PC case manufacturing. Check out the latest Alta D1 and build your next PC inside a SilverStone case! Join the PC related discussions and ask us questions on Discord: https://discord.g...

Jan 14, 20252 hr 15 minEp. 331

Episode 330: CES 2025 PC News & Best Of Hardware

Join The Full Nerd gang as they talk about the latest PC hardware topics. In this episode the gang talks about all of the PC news from CES 2025 and goes over some of our best picks. *This episode is sponsored by SilverStone, the leader in PC case manufacturing. Check out the latest Alta D1 and build your next PC inside a SilverStone case! Join the PC related discussions and ask us questions on Discord: https://discord.gg/SGPRSy7 Follow the crew on X: @GordonUng @BradChacos @MorphingBall @AdamPMu...

Jan 10, 20252 hrEp. 330

Gordon Family Update & CES Planning

In this quick episode Adam and Brad gives an update on Gordon's family and chats a bit about future plans, including CES. The official GoFundMe for Gordon & his family: https://www.gofundme.com/f/join-us-in-supporting-dara-glenn-and-marianne PCWorld obituary: https://www.pcworld.com/article/2564783/gordon-mah-ung-remembered.html Join the PC related discussions and ask us questions on Discord: https://discord.gg/SGPRSy7 Follow the crew on X: @GordonUng @BradChacos @MorphingBall @AdamPMurray =====...

Jan 03, 202537 min

Remembering Gordon Mah Ung

GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/join-us-in-supporting-dara-glenn-and-marianne Gordon Mah Ung, PCWorld Executive Editor and host of The Full Nerd podcast, passed away on December 21, 2024 at the age of 58. Gordon is survived by his wife, two children, sister, and mother. Please join us in remembering Gordon's legacy and donate to his family's GoFundMe if possible. PCWorld obituary: https://www.pcworld.com/article/2564783/gordon-mah-ung-remembered.html

Dec 24, 20245 min

Episode 329: 2025 PC Predictions & Eating Our 2024 Words

Join The Full Nerd gang as they talk about the latest PC building news. For the final episode of the year the gang goes over the predictions they made for the PC in 2024 and make new predictions for what they think lies ahead in 2025. Join the PC related discussions and ask us questions on Discord: https://discord.gg/SGPRSy7 Follow the crew on X: @GordonUng @BradChacos @MorphingBall @AdamPMurray ============= Follow PCWorld! Website: http://www.pcworld.com X: https://www.x.com/pcworld ==========...

Dec 20, 20242 hr 24 minEp. 329

Episode 328: The Best PC Hardware Of 2024: The Nerdies

Join The Full Nerd gang as they talk about the latest PC building news. It's the end of the year, which of course means that it's time for us to pick the best PC hardware that came out in 2024! Watch everyone argue their picks across a range of categories - and factor in audience feedback in real time. Categories: - Best CPU of 2024 - Best GPU of 2024 - Best Accessory of 2024 - Best Innovation of 2024 - Worst Trend of 2024 Links: - PCWorld's Best of 2024: https://www.pcworld.com/article/2515928/...

Dec 17, 20242 hr 29 minEp. 328

Episode 327: B580 Reviews, SteamOS Guidelines & More

Join The Full Nerd gang as they talk about the latest PC building news. In this episode the gang covers the reviews of Intel's Arc B580 GPU, the new guidelines for SteamOS that point to upcoming appearances in other hardware, and more. And of course we answer your questions live! Links: - https://www.pcworld.com/article/2553897/intel-arc-b580-review.html - https://www.pcworld.com/article/2547938/valve-new-powered-by-steamos-branding-hints-at-new-hardware.html - https://www.theverge.com/2024/12/6...

Dec 12, 20241 hr 29 minEp. 327

Special Edition: Intel's Tom Petersen Talks B580, B570, XeSS2 & More

Join The Full Nerd gang as they talk about the latest PC building news. In this special episode the gang is joined by Tom Petersen, Intel Fellow, to talk about the new Battlemage GPUs, new upscaling tech, and more. And of course we answer your questions live! Links: - https://www.pcworld.com/article/2543041/intels-249-arc-b580-is-the-gpu-weve-begged-for-since-the-pandemic.html Join the PC related discussions and ask us questions on Discord: https://discord.gg/SGPRSy7 Follow the crew on X: @Gordo...

Dec 03, 20242 hr 33 min

Episode 326: Battlemage Leak, Black Friday PC Deals & More

Join The Full Nerd gang as they talk about the latest PC building news. In this episode the gang covers the recent news of Intel's Battlemage leaked on Amazon, buying guides on all PC deals for Black Friday. And of course we answer your questions live! Links: - Battlemage leaks: https://www.pcworld.com/article/2531130/oops-intels-unannounced-arc-b580-graphics-card-leaks-on-amazon.html - Black Friday 2024: https://www.pcworld.com/article/402850/black-friday-everything-you-need-to-know.html Join t...

Nov 26, 20242 hr 57 minEp. 326

Episode 325: Ryzen Burning Up, Battlemage In December & More

Join The Full Nerd gang as they talk about the latest PC building news. In this episode the gang covers the recent report of a Reddit user burning an AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D and X870 motherboard, rumors pointing to Intel's Battlemage potentially launching next month, and much more. And of course we answer your questions live! Links: - Burnt Ryzen: https://videocardz.com/newz/amd-ryzen-7-9800x3d-burns-out-for-unlucky-redditor-socket-defect-or-user-error-suspected - Battlemage rumor: https://www.tomsh...

Nov 19, 20241 hr 18 minEp. 325

Episode 324: 9800X3D Reviews Are In, Continued Intel Problems & More

Join The Full Nerd gang as they talk about the latest PC building news. In this episode the gang covers the reviews of AMD's Ryzen 7 9800X3D, new struggles Intel is facing right now, and much more. And of course we answer your questions live! Links: - 9800X3D review (video): https://youtu.be/mGCbu1ObrTo?si=zCistUJ9V91Qo-XG - 9800X3D review (article): https://www.pcworld.com/article/2511540/amd-ryzen-7-9800x3d-review.html - Arrow Lake fix: https://www.pcworld.com/article/2516084/intel-pledges-to-...

Nov 12, 20242 hr 43 minEp. 324

Episode 323: 9800X3D Details, Nvidia + ARM Report, RDNA 4 at CES 2025 & More

Join The Full Nerd gang as they talk about the latest PC building news. In this episode the gang covers the details of AMD's upcoming Ryzen 7 9800X3D gaming CPU, a report stating that Nvidia is producing ARM processors to take on Qualcomm on Windows, Dr. Lisa Su's comments about RDNA 4 launching in early 2025, and much more. And of course we answer your questions live! Links: - 9800X3D details: https://www.pcworld.com/article/2507204/amd-launches-the-ryzen-9800x3d-a-cool-powerful-cpu-for-gamers....

Nov 05, 20242 hr 35 minEp. 323

Episode 322: Core Ultra 200S Reviews, Many Windows Updates, & More

Join The Full Nerd gang as they talk about the latest PC building news. In this episode the gang goes over all of the reviews surrounding Intel's Core Ultra Series 2 desktop processors (codename Arrow Lake), dives into the latest Windows 10/11 updates (including CoPilot), and much more. And of course we answer your questions live! - Core Ultra 285K review: https://youtu.be/9EHa7gkCgHY?si=OSUa-rTl6GxbuZFV - Windows 11 updates: https://www.pcworld.com/article/2472385/new-features-in-windows-11-202...

Oct 29, 20242 hr 13 minEp. 322

Episode 321: Full Arrow Lake Details, 9000X3D Teased, & More

Join The Full Nerd gang as they talk about the latest PC building news. In this episode the gang talks about all the recent information around Intel's Core Ultra Series 2 desktop processors (codename Arrow Lake), AMD's tease of AM5 based 9000X3D parts, and more. And of course we answer your questions live! - Core Ultra 200S details: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dChYn2AcE4c - 9000X3D tease: https://www.pcworld.com/article/2493399/amd-launches-surprise-sale-on-ryzen-9000-chips-teases-9000x3d-se...

Oct 23, 20242 hr 38 minEp. 321

Episode 320: Dr. Ian Cutress Talks Old Media, Industry Analysis, & More

Join The Full Nerd gang as they talk about the latest PC building news. In this episode the gang is joined by special guest Dr,. Ian Cutress from TechTechPotato to dive deep into old media stories, the PC landscape in general, and more. And of course we answer your questions live! AnandTech closure: https://youtu.be/ud6DWmWcHaY?si=bCyEPyRbL0eMvIKT Check out the audio version of the podcast on iTunes, Spotify, Pocket Casts and more so you can listen on the go, and be sure to subscribe so you don'...

Oct 09, 20242 hr 21 minEp. 320

Episode 319: RTX 50 Series Leaks, Ryzen 9000 Tweaks & More

Join The Full Nerd gang as they talk about the latest PC building news. In this episode the gang covers the recent GeForce RTX 50 series leaks, the new Ryzen 9000 performance tweaks, more. And of course we answer your questions live! Links - RTX 50 series leaks: https://www.pcworld.com/article/2474060/leaked-final-specs-for-nvidias-next-gen-rtx-5080-and-5090-gpus.html - Ryzen 9000: https://www.pcworld.com/article/2472966/amds-newest-tweaks-boost-ryzen-9000-performance-and-give-more-options.html ...

Oct 01, 20242 hr 40 minEp. 319

Episode 318: Wendell Talks Lunar Lake & Xeon 6 Reviews

Join The Full Nerd gang as they talk about the latest PC building news. In this episode the gang is joined by special guest Wendell from @Level1Techs to talk about Lunar Lake, Xeon 6 reviews, more. And of course we answer your questions live! Links - Lunar Lake: https://www.pcworld.com/article/2463714/tested-intels-lunar-lake-wants-you-to-forget-snapdragon-ever-existed.html - Lunar Lake: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QB1u4mjpBQI - Xeon 6: https://youtu.be/HXGKl-DpQB4?si=Vuof0LqI9GzZ0yum Join t...

Sep 24, 20242 hr 18 minEp. 318

Episode 317: AMD's Big GPU Plans, Steam Families & More

Join The Full Nerd gang as they talk about the latest PC building news. In this episode the gang covers all of the AMD GPU news from IFA 2024 as well as Steam Families arriving for all. And of course we answer your questions live! Links: - AFMF2: https://www.pcworld.com/article/2454978/amds-afmf-2-gives-you-more-frames-for-free-on-ryzen-ai-300-laptops.html - UDNA: https://www.pcworld.com/article/2451771/amd-to-unify-consumer-enterprise-graphics-to-take-on-nvidia.html - Ryzen Z2: https://www.pcwo...

Sep 17, 20241 hr 23 minEp. 317