Hardware

YouTuber’s Bargain Intel i9-13900K Purchase Plagued by Immediate Stability Failures

A popular tech experiment went awry when a YouTuber purchased a discounted Intel Raptor Lake processor, only to encounter immediate system failures. The €240 Core i9-13900K demonstrated persistent instability despite multiple troubleshooting attempts, reigniting concerns about Intel’s 13th and 14th generation reliability issues that have affected users worldwide.

Bargain Intel Processor Fails Immediately in Real-World Test

A technology content creator’s attempt to score a deal on a used Raptor Lake processor has demonstrated the potential risks of purchasing older generation Intel CPUs, according to reports. The YouTuber known as Iceberg Tech purchased a second-hand Core i9-13900K for €240 from British retailer CeX, only to encounter immediate stability problems that persisted despite extensive troubleshooting efforts.