Users who were lucky enough to purchase a new graphics card through the Newegg Shuffle bundle are now being notified of their purchases, as reports claim that Gigabyte's GP-P750GM and GP-P850GM power supplies (often referred to as combined with highly coveted GPUs) present a high risk. serious malfunction or failure. Popular tech YouTuber Gamers Nexus claims to have spent several months investigating these reports after noticing high DOAs, blackouts, and faulty MOSFETs (essentially the voltage control switch). Of the more than 10 power supplies tested, he claimed 50% failed with "explosive capacity," one even fried the Gigabyte Aorus RTX 3080 GPU that was attached to the test bench. We've reached out to Gigabyte and Newegg for comment.
Things are getting a little hot
Gigabyte's GP-P750GM and 850GM power supplies were and are on bundled 'deals' at Newegg Shuffle. If you wanted the graphics card but not the power supply, it would be difficult to return one without the other," writes Gamers Nexus. Newegg's return policy means that it is difficult to return a depleted power supply purchased in a forced assembly, without also you may need to return the graphics card you purchased it with.The current return policy regarding the purchase of bundles on the Newegg website reads as follows:“Bundles are offered as a way to purchase multiple items together at a reduced price. If you wish to return a package for a refund, you must request a return within the applicable period of Newegg's return policy and you must return the package. Items sold as part of a bundle may be returned individually for replacement if you request a replacement during the applicable Newegg Return Policy period for that individual item. Gamers Nexus notes: “Basically, you're stuck with a product you don't want. Many Gigabyte power supplies have been reported to be DOA (dead on arrival), and in testing we found many to be explosive. We quantify Newegg reviews. , our own study and charging of power supplies." Both power supplies are rated 80+ Gold, which should indicate that this is a reliable product. 80+ is a certification designed to indicate that a power supply is efficient at least 80% to 20%, 50%, and 100% charge.Ratings also include (least effective to most effective) bronze, silver, gold, platinum, and titanium to further categorize effectiveness.Since the ratings Platinum and Titanium are generally reserved for use in workstation PCs, an 80+ Gold power supply is a desirable rating for most gaming desktops.
I've been advocating a lottery system for high-demand PC coins like #RTX3080, so it's great to see @Newegg finally implement it. But the combined "offers" should be abandoned. You can't build an AMD + Nvidia computer without buying an Intel motherboard. #failure #AMD #Nvidia #Intel pic.twitter.com/HeQjypjWsR January 20, 2021 See More
Fried computer chips and power supplies
Selling graphics cards with less desirable hardware to move inventory has been commonplace for months, with online marketplaces flooded with cheap motherboards after customers buy bundles and then sell off unnecessary items. That said, our advice isn't surprising: if you already have one in your system, we suggest keeping a close eye on it, especially if it's a recent purchase. We understand this makes buying parts to build your first computer even more difficult, but market developments in recent weeks suggest that GPUs are falling in price and becoming more widely available thanks to a mix of crypto mining falling in popularity ( thanks to falling Ethereum prices). and production is slowly meeting demand. It's still going to be a while for many of us to see a big difference in the market, so if you're desperate to get into PC gaming but want to avoid using Newegg Shuffle, we have the following suggestions:- Buy a pre-designed one. Yes, people think it's some kind of "cheat", but you can upgrade a pre-built desktop just as much as you would a computer you built with your own hands. In fact, with component prices skyrocketing, a pre-built or custom system is now an affordable alternative and a great option for anyone hesitant to build their own to begin with.
- Buy a gaming laptop. Whether you're a student or someone on a tighter budget, gaming laptops are tragically ignored by desktop purists, making them more readily available and just as capable of playing many of your favorite titles. Better yet, if you get something stealthy like an Asus TUF Dash F15, you can use it as an all-in-one machine for work, study, and play.
- Try cloud gaming. Okay, maybe you just needed to upgrade your existing rig, so buying a whole new system is out of the question. If you have a sufficient internet connection, services like Nvidia's GeForce Now have come on in leaps and bounds. The achievable gameplay may surprise you, and since it uses your existing Steam library, there's no need to shell out extra money on games you already own.
