Building a portable 4080 Super Gaming Rig - Featuring S400 ITX Case

In this video we build a powerful ITX mobile gaming PC with easily obtainable parts, in a case that is easy to work with, to make a Compact Travel PC capable of 4k Gaming!
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⭐️ S400 ITX case: geni.us/bYxbvR
⭐️ Corsair SF850L: geni.us/iBno
⭐️ Ryzen 7800x3d: geni.us/4RjnU
⭐️ Asus ROG B650e-i ITX: geni.us/BmCJn
⭐️ Asus ProArt 4080 super: geni.us/uEVXhF9
⭐️ 32GB Kingston Fury 6000: geni.us/YA0a
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⭐️ Corsair AF120 Slim White: geni.us/VWnW8K
⭐️ Hoto Electric Screwdriver Set: geni.us/fCNRvtm
TRAVEL SET UP
⭐️ Uperfect 2560x1600 144hz 18.5" Monitor: geni.us/ddexMC
⭐️ tomtoc Travel Backpack 40l: geni.us/tzJ4IV
⭐️ Razer Cobra Pro Wireless Gaming Mouse: geni.us/gOH5EG
⭐️ Razer Blackwidow V3 Mini Wireless Keyboard: geni.us/QyWdeY9
⭐️ Ugreen Aluminium Stand: geni.us/lBZ7
DESK SETUP
⭐️ Samsung 28 Odyssey 4k 144hz Monitor: geni.us/HsgPp
⭐️ Razer Huntsman V3 Pro TKL Rapid Fire Keyboard: geni.us/ZCAtk
⭐️ Razer Cobra Pro Wireless Gaming Mouse: geni.us/gOH5EG
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[@miniDrew4]

I think I'm alone on this one, but I really prefer installing the motherboard before installing all of the components. Otherwise, you're trying to handle a very unwieldy block of several components and fit them carefully into the io shield. Having the motherboard installed first also makes it totally stable so that when you install the RAM and the cpu fan, the motherboard doesn't move around on you. Really cool build, and I also like that you're changing some of the topics of your videos. Definitely worthwhile to cover more than laptops. Let's see some monitors, more keyboards etc.

[@MashITTech]

If I am installing in a large case then I also put the motherboard in first and add the components. The only reason I do it this way on small ITX builds is it can be fiddly putting the components once inside a cramped case. And thanks mate, we are trying to change it up a bit this year as I really miss doing PC builds plus laptops have been really boring this year! I am also working on a new keyboard review as we speak and I have a couple of tiny PC's to review too! And I do want to get into monitors but need to up my equipment to be able to test them in a more professional manner

[@miniDrew4]

Yeah that makes perfect sense. I think you have a great future on this platform. Your reviews are just very pleasant to watch.

[@omarcortes5754]

Would love to have something like this. Compact but powerful.

[@gamiepie2057]

Finally a pc build!!! Excited to see the pc builds from now onwards.

[@MashITTech]

Yep, we finally got to use our new PC build area :) Ordered a few more cases and components today so more builds coming soon. Please let me know any thoughts and if there are any products we should look at as we are always trying to improve!

[@alan_core]

Awesome build 🔥

[@alunlloyd9812]

Great build. Short sweet and to the point video 👍🏽

[@MashITTech]

Thank you :)

[@Ocelot1937]

New to the channel and really been loving the content. Bravo.

[@MashITTech]

Welcome aboard!

[@rudejase]

Seriously cool! Nice job.

[@MashITTech]

Thank you mate, having been mostly using laptops for the last couple of years this 4080 super at 4k is amazing 😀

[@sethdou10]

Nice work. Didnt expect the gpu can cool well without case fans.

[@MashITTech]

it does have 2 x 120mm slim at the top exhausting the hot air 👍

[@simonefiorini8298]

I have an Antec Torque based Rig. Wonderful! This passion is expansive...😅

[@MashITTech]

Tell me about it, I actually started this channel so I could justify buying this gear to my wife 🤣 and wow that torque is a monster! I am obsessed with ITX but may start doing to ATX builds in the future

[@simonefiorini8298]

@@MashITTech 🤣🤣🤣

[@MrTomo89]

love it very cool

[@Crunkmaster]

awesome little build. i wish there were more high end mATX boards, i really want a super top end system that's around this size that i could stuff in my backpack or something and take with me wherever i go but i need two pcie slots for that ideally ☹️

[@Ren-bj4xm]

Finally something that can fit 330mm gpu.

[@rossdev]

Cool little system and great review. I’m still rocking my nzxt h200i which is a larger size mini itx case. I’ve a 4070 paired with an old i9-9900K, good enough for fluid gaming at 4K in the games I play. That Asus pro art sure is a compact card. I also have an Aorus 4070ti in my sim racing rig and that card is gigantic in comparison!

[@MashITTech]

the nzxt h210 was my first ITX case and I loved it. Only reason I gave it up was the lack of airflow for the gfx card but man it looked so good! And yeah the ProArt is an amazing card, even though its tiny (for a 4080) the temps are really good!

[@zoro1707]

thank you.

[@thoru4367]

PC surely is the best gaming console

[@SlangJeezy]

I actually run an S500 case. For the price, it checks every box I want in an ITX case. I especially love the carry handle. I’m running a 7800X 3D with a 240 AIO and a 4090 FE. It’s a gaming beast and stays cool. I just hope the 5090 is going to fit, because I don’t want to get rid of this case.

[@MashITTech]

Oh man, I hadn't seen the s500! That one looks brilliant! Might have to get one in soon, maybe when the 5090 launches so I can test it for you 😃

[@Khaled-bs7zc]

@@MashITTech Check the S450

[@MashITTech]

@@Khaled-bs7zc on it! Not heard of that either 😂

[@Khaled-bs7zc]

​@@MashITTechthere's also the new L300 which is a vertical S300. It looks great and supports one front slim 120mm exhaust and one top slim 120mm exhaust (at the cost of gpu length)

[@karthikeyanparasuraman9337]

Great build! Just being curious, how much does it weigh? Asking it for travel purpose!

[@RileyCP]

I just built my first pc in this case! I love the case, just wish the panels were so firm and not as easy to bend! Build quality is a little lacklustre, but it gets the job done Has: I5 14600k AXP67x 120 RTX 4090 Gaming x Slim

[@MashITTech]

Wow you got a 4090 in! Nice work. I wanted the use the axp 67 but the motherboard heatsinks were too large 😢

[@WhiskyCardinalWes]

Excellent build! But I'm going to have to put you on the spot and ask about it being portable. It looks like a decent carry in bag, but what about a monitor? I'd like to see your solution to going to a LAN party; what you would bring with you, and how you would transport it. Don't get me wrong, I'm not trying to poo-poo your build. I genuinely like seeing how, and what people do and taking those ideas to make my set up 'better.' Truth to be told, on another channel, I enjoy looking at the desk reviews his viewers send in and then wondering if something in their layout would work for me. My desk is ever changing!

[@hillaryokwi]

i need this fr

[@justina3126]

Awesome work. The case seems to have disappeared on amazon

[@191.]

With the handle, it looks like a lunchbox. :D

[@MashITTech]

Haha it does, could probably keep your food warm too 😂

[@Peterdinh3]

Bump for a dota2 enjoyer, cheers and hope you're liking the new patch

[@MashITTech]

yes I am! just wish I had more time to play :)

[@pawelfilar]

Never revision should have 67mm cooler compatibility. I bought this case with axp120-67 and it fits

[@MashITTech]

Yes, mine does too but I couldn’t fit the cooler with the motherboards vrn cooling

[@briperez777]

the way i wanna build this simply bc its cute

[@HaloblackopsTenken]

Altight im planning on doing this when im done with university ( by then, the rtx 80 series should be out. ) ate you planning on doing an atx build in the future?

[@MashITTech]

Funnily enough, Gary and I have just been talking about it! Just ordered 2 MATX cases to do next then we are getting some ATX. If you have any case suggestion please fire away :)

[@pisachasrinuan7960]

Hi David, a very good VDO I am thinking about a mini-ITX system as well Personally, I only need 1 GPU, 2 RAMs, and a few NVMe SSDs I don't really need ATX or even Micro-ATX The mini-ITX is actually fine for most people I will probably build one next year Still waiting to see Zen5, Arrow Lake, and RTX5000 series The new CAMM2 RAM is coming as well

[@MashITTech]

Yes, makes sense to wait for zen 5 and RTX5000 at this point! Hope we get some nice improvements

[@buckets_full_of_bacon3821]

Awesome stuff! I'm searching for a mini build which includes a 4080 (minimum) to carry around, so this comes at the perfect time. Are there any other cases u can recommend to consider? And which intel CPU + mobo would you recommend (portable PC for VR-set)?

[@MashITTech]

Any budget considerations? with regards to portable PC's are you trying to keep it below a certain size? Oh and which VR are you using?

[@buckets_full_of_bacon3821]

@@MashITTech nope, business expense so no worries on budget front Size as small as possible to move it in a suitcase-like box, together with the Varjo Aero VR-Headset

[@MashITTech]

Thanks for the info, that helps. In answer to your question, I would want an i7 14700k/13700k paired with the 4080 super. For this combo you are really going to want a good AIO to keep the temps on the intel under control as Intel do run much hotter than AMD. Therefore my advice would be either FormD T1 v2.1 (most expensive but smallest) or Dan a4 H20 (slightly bigger but easier and cheaper to get hold of). With regards to the motherboard I would recommend the MSI z790 edge, I have an overview on the mash extra channel, its an amazing board with 3 m.2 slots for storage, good VRM and heatsinks and a competent BIOS. Lastly, I cannot recommend the ProArt 4080 enough, being a small 4080 makes it much easier in a compact case and the performance has been amazing. I do have both the T1 and Dan a4 h20 and am planning videos soon :)

[@buckets_full_of_bacon3821]

@@MashITTech That's some awesome information! I will definitely take these into consideration! Thanks as always!

[@reitastatic3386]

Fun fact that gpu could fit in the s300 case too :)

[@MashITTech]

Yes it does but you have to take the whole case apart to get it in. It is 2mm too long to insert without removing the whole front panel 😢 I tried it yesterday

[@user-qn1zj5bs5p]

1:04 it does selling with gen 4 riser , but maybe different region doesn't selling that , nice video bro !

[@MashITTech]

oh wow, in the UK we only get a gen3 option sadly :( mind you the difference even on a 4080 super was minimal

[@user-qn1zj5bs5p]

@@MashITTech imo every card with gen 3 and gen 4 only has minimal difference, just it could be hassle if u are using gen 4 mobo with gen 3 riser.

[@MashITTech]

yeah, it does mean switching it to gen 3 in BIOS but fortunately I have always been able to get into BIOS using the Gen3 riser on Gen 4 board to make the change

[@user-qn1zj5bs5p]

@@MashITTech with riser cable attached? That's great 👍

[@MashITTech]

Yes, I completely forgot to switch it to Gen3 at first 😂 wasn't until I got gfx disruption in windows that I remembered!

[@StogieSmokinFool]

This is a sweet build! What screwdriver are you are using?

[@MashITTech]

Thanks mate, and the screwdriver is the HOTO electric screwdriver set: geni.us/fCNRvtm Its so handy as I spend a lot of time building PCs :)

[@soboitzy]

what's monitor is this? bro

[@lolidasterner414]

Not bad. The problem as always are the peripherals mouse screen keyboard. As a setup it's options are limited. I can only imagine it used between work and home. Forget holidays and airport. You will always fear giving it in the airport luggage.

[@MashITTech]

That is very true, I have mine down to a tiny keyboard, mouse and mobile screen which is handy from home>office>Friends etc but I wouldn't want to set it up in a coffee shop or airport lounge. But the plus side over a gaming laptop is noise, this is so quiet even with a 300w 4080 super where as all the gaming laptops with a much lower wattage CPU and GPU will still be hitting 50db which I hate

[@LumbbyTuke]

But think about a positive side! This computer is a miracle for those who need something portable, but need the possibility of making upgrades! Obviously this computer will never be as portable as a Laptop, however, this is the only way to have a portable machine, cheaper, with more performance and that allows you to make upgrades!

[@LumbbyTuke]

Of course we have to remember that we need a portable monitor and a compact keyboard to fit in a backpack.

[@MashITTech]

At least we have some great portable screen options these days, I have a really good 18 and 16" portable gaming screen

[@lolidasterner414]

Well why not an external egpu then via thunderbolt ? Isn't it more compact ?

[@TabletWorld-qi9ww]

Can that case fits a xfx merc 310 rx 7900xtx?

[@avgjoesgamin9935]

You really should change the hold down mechanism for an anti bend plate. The 12$ usd and they actually do work.

[@MashITTech]

I didn't think they made any difference on the Ryzen? I know you can get some good gains on intel but from the reviews I watched AMD was almost the same. I guess though for $12 I should try it myself!

[@avgjoesgamin9935]

@@MashITTech I use them on all the x3d systems I build for clients. They do help with a more stable contact and I got a 4 to 6 degree cel difference in most cases.

[@Darth-TBAG]

ASUS is awesome with their RMA and customer service :)

[@MashITTech]

haha tell me about it! I bought all this before the drama :)

[@Darth-TBAG]

@@MashITTech I just returned my gpu under warranty for defective fans and really bad coil whine, and they wanted me to pay for cosmetic defects which they deemed as CID. Now with the GN's video I will likely email the address provided to see if a proper resolution can be provided. I will not be buying any more ASUS components for any future builds and I would recommend everyone stay away until these scummy practices are properly rectified!

[@volodymyrvodopyanov5914]

I wonder which max performance cpu would fit in such box, provided no graphic card is needed ? Require one for tasks like code compilation, dev, etc.

[@MashITTech]

If you dont need the gfx card but need better CPU performance then I think there are better cases out there. Ideally you want a case with more CPU heatsink height or room for an AIO. the 7800x3d is an amazing gaming chip but if you are looking for something like a 14700/900 or 7900 etc you really need a good cpu cooler.

[@shaidmiah6957]

That looks amazing, I’m thinking of building this myself but do you think the noctua 4080 super would fit? I’ve heard it enormous

[@MashITTech]

As amazing as that Noctua card looks it is too thick! It is over 4 slots and this s400 has a 3.25 slot capacity. You could get a card and deshroud yourself and put on your own noctuas, its probably much cheaper that way and I just did it for an upcoming video :)

[@shaidmiah6957]

@@MashITTech That might be a good idea but wouldn’t that sacrifice automatic gpu fan control speed as well as void warranty? I might stick to copying your exact build to save complexity but you are right with noctua being beautiful haha

[@MashITTech]

It depends on the card if warranty is voided but a lot can easily have the fans removed without even the manufacturer knowing (I am using a zotac 4070 in an upcoming video). And with a very cheap cable converter you can still have fan control on the GPU with the noctuas. But in all honesty the 4080 super pro art is such a good card that would certainly be the easiest option and I am only deshrouding a 4070 to make it fit in a TINY case :)

[@beihe665]

KXRORS S400 or Deepcool ch160?

[@dracolnyte]

that PSU mount with 6 screws is overkill. i only used 4 screws

[@MashITTech]

yeah you dont need all 6 but I put them all in anyway

[@YongkiWibowo]

AXP90 X53 Full Copper is available now, its good for itx build

[@MashITTech]

Yes, I wanted that but sadly it wasn't available at the time in the UK :( the 47 is so good as it is that I would love to see the 53 results! I will get one asap

[@vipuljain5683]

Overall Weight??

[@miniDrew4]

What are those white squares with the "G" on the front?

[@MashITTech]

Those are Govee cube wall sconces. They are RGB lights that project up our back tiles :) link here if you want to take a look geni.us/ps7X

[@Architect.Sancho]

Hi. Will this build be able to fit in a couple of HDDs? Say 3.5" or smaller 2.5"?

[@MashITTech]

You can fit 1 3.5" on the bottom and probably another 2 SSD by PSU 👍

[@Architect.Sancho]

@@MashITTech nice!

[@AxtarFF]

Can you force XFX 6800 (340mm) in this case?

[@MashITTech]

it doesn't look like it will fit! from the rear wall to the front wall is about 339mm :(

[@kerokero3082]

Don't forget to bring your monitor LoL

[@MashITTech]

I have a nice 18" usbc 144hz monitor that fits in the bag :)

[@kerokero3082]

@@MashITTech probably just buy a 18 inch laptop LoL

[@MashITTech]

haha I am sure most people would and I have an 18" laptop but even a laptop 4090 is destroyed by a desktop 4080 plus I like the much much quieter fan noise and the fact I can upgrade it. That being said, an 18" gaming laptop with 4080 would be more than enough power for most people

[@TheSonoranSniper]

interesting

[@hdjoe22]

Gen 3 riser cable just hurts performance on newer gpu’s 😒

[@MashITTech]

yes, but not by much in my testing, I tried this 4080 super on the gen 3 cable and without cable and I lost just a few fps which was not noticeable in day to day use so just kept the gen 3 cable. If newer Nvidia cards launch that take more of a hit on gen 3 I would just change the riser cable, Also I have been advised that some regions have a gen 4 option on this case, sadly just not in the UK where I am

[@LCJammer]

i'll build a new sffpc someday when they stop overcharging on mini itx motherboards and sff psu's.

[@MashITTech]

yeah motherboards have been insane for a while. I just bought an Asus 850w SFX PSU yesterday and nearly had a heart attack over the price, I thought the corsairs were expensive

[@t-90islife95]

LoL might lean into this but the problem here on my part is faulty electricity 😂

[@MashITTech]

What do you suffer with? Outages or spikes?

[@t-90islife95]

@@MashITTech more like the whole neighborhood is a Christmas light when it comes to power XD

[@boatridecharm]

Definitely could've saved a few hundred bucks (like down to $1,950-2,000 just eyeballing it, maybe even lower) with a cheaper mini itx mobo (mini itx b650s can be found at $150), cheaper ssd (2 TB nvme ssds can be found at $90-100, sometimes lower), cheaper ram (there are 32 gb ddr 5 6,000 mt/s ram kits available at $80 or lower), and cheaper (msrp - $1,000) 4080 Super that would've done just fine. Good choice with the 7800x3d though especially considering it's a low price right now.

[@MashITTech]

thanks for your feedback. I realise I often can go cheaper but sometimes choose a more expensive component for looks/size. When I price up the build do you think I should also offer a cheaper alternative in these cases for people looking to save money?

[@boatridecharm]

@@MashITTech I think it'd definitely be helpful! I think a lot of people want to have higher end gpus but don't want to (or can't) spend a lot on the rest of the components. I also realize though that in a SFF case, you're kind of limited because you have to make sure the dimensions of each part fit inside. Nice build though regardless, looks very cool.

[@JoeMaranophotography]

Can the handle be removed?

[@MashITTech]

Yes, it is just held on with 2 screws. As I move the case around a lot I love the handle :)

[@JoeMaranophotography]

@MashITTech Yeah I think if this existed before my NR200P Max I may have been tempted when I fancy gaming downstairs on the TV :) Love ITX

[@MashITTech]

I used to have a white nr200p and I loved it but got sucked into going smaller and smaller and stupidly sold it! Also love ITX but man this hobby is expensive 😂

[@JoeMaranophotography]

@MashITTech haha I got lucky and scored the max on an Xmas offer but yes agreed 😄

[@MashITTech]

haha well done, I wanted the gun metal max but couldn't find it in the uk. how did you find the max? what is the AIO like?

[@55rz55]

Instead of a full monitor, keyboard, and mouse, may I suggest using that empty laptop shell that's usually for Samsung Dex?

[@MashITTech]

oooh that sounds good. Let me go look into that

[@soboitzy]

whats monitor is this?

[@MashITTech]

the portable monitor or the desktop monitor?

[@soboitzy]

@@MashITTech portable monitor :D

[@mooncake8254]

make more videos.

[@MashITTech]

On it!

[@akel135]

Looks like a toaster...in fact with a 4080 .....it probably can

[@MashITTech]

Haha easily 😂

[@fractalelf7760]

I’d like to see some thermal numbers…

[@MashITTech]

Could you see that data within games? that has the temps for CPU and GPU along with clock speed and power or were you after something more specific?

[@REVERSEbananaYT]

EARLY

[@jessegriffin9]

£2360? You'd better hack the Pentagon with it. Thank goodness I'm not into games.

[@MashITTech]

hahaha you have to thank Nvidia for that as that is where half the budget is! Still after a year of buying 4-5k razor blades this feels cheap to me 🤣

[@5after12]

these small PCs are cool looking, but I don't really see the point

[@MashITTech]

but they look so cute!!! still waiting for the Razer monster to drop!

[@argusburebistus8602]

How much power it consumes ? It is fezable to be power by one of those portable power banks with solar panels for camping ???