Why 4090 reflow is a BAD IDEA

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[@stewiegriffin6503]

maybe you don't have a big house with pool, but you are a real PRO.

[@Kabodanki]

Less annoying as well

[@FUJISHIR0]

Ohh ! A hater !

[@ranjitmandal1612]

🤌

[@IssaFram]

Who is the guy with the big house and pool?

[@Loregaming2711]

​@@FUJISHIR0and why is he a hater?

[@ClappOnUpp]

The actual "greatest technician who ever lived"

[@manoftherainshorts9075]

YES

[@harrislawrence5250]

your dad's the most disappointment of his life

[@Keaton.]

"The greatest technician who ever lived" is this guy. "The greatest technician that ever lived" is the other guy.

[@sclapple3192]

@@harrislawrence5250 You are an asshat who posts mean comments with horrible grammar for no apparent reason

[@mahdyfouad]

8:18 the cat confirmed it.

[@danielhulan3058]

I can confidently say Tony, you are probably one of the best gpu technicians out there. That card came if for not working and not only did you solve that problem but you also fixed cosmetic problems too. The attention to detail is what makes you good.

[@setpopa5357]

Not only that he even solved mechanical problem with the fan He is a god 😶‍🌫️

[@seanwood5443]

agreed man this guys is very good at what he does u can just tell

[@Osy999]

Tony Stark?

[@jfbeam]

If he's going to put this thing on eBay, it needs to be "like new". :-)

[@tech8438]

That will be $200 extra for the bashing out of the metal frame or you can have it back unassembled (if he was ASUS) ;)

[@trAp_Tuning]

Noooo way 😂 my 4090 has it's own NWR video!!! Thanks for the awesome service T! Best in the biz!

[@utrak]

What's your favorite game currently?

[@elissaidjer1784]

@@utrak tetris

[@trAp_Tuning]

I play minesweeper with that bad boy 😈

[@m0neez]

What did you do to the card? do you mind sharing the cost?

[@ranjitmandal1612]

😮

[@rstewart2702]

Ha! “Don’t let that scare you from buying one… or two…” Jenson Huang would agree! “The more you buy, the more you save!” he proclaimed.

[@user_____M]

The more you buy the more leather Jensen buys.

[@tomthomas3499]

The more you buy, the more unit he can fix in the future

[@ranjitmandal1612]

😢

[@LegionGamingTV]

You fixed one of my rtx 3060 gpus recently. No shit you’re one of the best repair guys on KZbin. Thanks again Tony 🤘🏼

[@tlv8555]

You fixed that waste of sand? Jeez

[@oscar21781]

@@tlv8555 the alternative option is spending even more to buy a new one or a higher end model. A repair is the most cost efficient option

[@oggilein1]

@tlv8555 I run a 2060 in my main pc to this day because it does all i need it to do, not every usecase requires a 4090, and when i upgrade Ill convert this one into an egpu for my laptop, the 3060 is fine, not great but no waste of sand in my eyes (that award goes to cards like the 4060 or GTX 1630)

[@ranjitmandal1612]

🙌

[@LegionGamingTV]

@@tlv8555Just to be clear I have 5 desktop PCs and a laptop. 7900x/7900xtx, 13900k/3080Ti, 7800x3D/4070, 12700k/2080super and a 4790k/980Ti and a 12700H/3050Ti laptop. Actually I lied I have 6 desktops because the single fan itx 3060 he fixed for me, is in an itx build with a 12100F oc’d to 5.1ghz and 7200mhz DDR5. Cost me $125 to fix plus the $50 fee for faster service. Sorry I don’t meet your expectations for GPU repair services.

[@themanssx]

Hello. I don't usually post but I wanted to thank you for these videos. For me they are like therapy after a stressful shift. I only wish you could post more/longer videos. Keep it up

[@northwestrepair]

It took all day to make this video. Any longer and I will lose my mind making videos.

[@VonZippySays]

One of your best so far, great vid.

[@ranjitmandal1612]

👏

[@nb1843]

just speed it down...and insert a track or two of crazygood 8bit music

[@Adim0413]

Everytime you say "No picture" it literally sends jolts down my spine as another drama folds on what could be possibly wrong with the damn thing great vid as always

[@truckerallikatuk]

An excellent repair indeed.

[@beatyoubeachyt8303]

still probably cost a lot of money I agree with technician though why the heck would you try to reflow the core that way that has a worrse success rate than the oven method

[@brad8122]

it is not a repair. Problably going to get toasted in a few months. Then after a few hours then afteer a few minutes. Reflow is not repair. It is a purgatory cycle of lies.

[@310_Latchkey_kid]

You're very knowledgeable and skillful...... Love watching your videos!!

[@northwestrepair]

Thanks !

[@cannedwither8494]

4:19 what a simply BEAUTIFUL shot mmm yes macro focus and everything

[@Arkrilok]

The world needs more pros like you. This level of expertise is rapidly becoming a lost art.

[@CEBUseiran]

this guy makes reballing like something easy even relaxing. what a legend

[@Goldstacker1972-kp2bh]

This level of expertise is not very common. I used to do board repair and this just amazes me.

[@weeardguy]

Indeed it's not. Even 'conventional' SMD repair is already something at work I know by now (my hobby-experience with simple SOIC stuff, 0603 resistors and such benefits me greatly at work where I'm about the most experienced SMD guy) I've got Fineplacer automated SMD placement and removal soldering devices to my disposal as well and learned to work with them by now. The first time I saw a J-lead device (PLCC chip) being placed I stayed around to watch. Absolutely awesome to see the solder melt and at some point see the chip sink down onto the PCB with the solder just wetting beautifull between pins and IC. We can't do BGA's yet (aviation electronics is a very conservative field of work) but I'm sure time is all it takes until we do get the stuff to do BGA's and I'm eager to try it as soon as possible ;) . Fortunately, we also have an X-ray machine to inspect soldered BGA's ;)

[@Goldstacker1972-kp2bh]

@@weeardguy it true it is cool to see the chips Float into place when done right.

[@randysteeves373]

My Man!!! Every time I watch a video like this of yours, I find myself amazed not only with your skill but with your bloody patience. I hope I will never need your services but if I do, I'm glad you are out there.

[@11xxDIMAxx11]

This is not a work! This is ART!!!😮 You're an artist.

[@Jwellsuhhuh]

It’s a craft not an art but ok

[@andyk192]

Excellent repair! That last bit where the PCI connector was dirty would have totally gotten me. After such a detailed repair, it's funny to see the littlest thing almost bringing this whole repair down.

[@fichambawelby2632]

I saw a lot of repairs done by you; all of them demonstrates that you’re a Maestro, something like a great watchmaker, giving attention even to the minimal detail. In this particular case, you even surpassed this level of dexterity and detail. Congrats! (I have a PhD in electronic engineering).

[@pgeorg01]

Your skill, patience, and passion for solving the problem is incredible. Thank you for doing this work, keeping cards out of the landfill and sharing some beautiful videos with the rest of us.

[@IgorL-rv1mn]

Your video is gold explaining and showing how to use all the equipment in the shortest time possible.

[@Triro]

Such a good repair shop. As you address every single problem, instead of just fixing the problem it was brought in for.

[@chumbawumba1959]

Now **THIS** is what I consider 'better than factory ...'! Well done sir :)

[@neilmch]

Watching your videos gives me hope for repairing these cards and with so many people trying to do this and failing. People need to understand and listen to you when it comes to guides . I think all your videos are great and i would like to thank you for sharing the knowledge. Great Work on all your video. Cheers

[@LZeugirdor]

The thoroughness and cleanliness was super satisfying. Thank you for sharing this.

[@ferencszabo3504]

I'm not surprised that Tony fixed this one too! He has a methodical approach, no nonsense, people at certain age only care for real professionalism! That's why I watch his videos!

[@pngts.g]

It's not my card. But, GOOD GOD thank you for fixing that card! Thanks for taking so much good care of someone else's property. It's pleasant to see that there are professionals like you out there! Love from Greece.

[@azurebluegames]

I didn't understand any of the processes you did but watching you repair it was so satisfying! Great job 👍🏻

[@hellmalm]

Beautiful craftsmanship, I always find it fascinating to watch a real professional at work. Also great video, it’s quite mesmerizing to watch the sped up portions. Excellent work!

[@Durzel]

Incredible work. Reballing that core was insane - hundreds of contacts. Very impressive.

[@captstaats4036]

Pure artistry and genius in action. Such a joy to watch a professional at work. The gaming world salutes you!

[@eddyngaue6495]

The whole video, is satisfying. The audio, visual everything makes your videos soothing.

[@v_3n0_m]

you've earned my subscription with this one...your attention to details and fixing the cosmetic issue with the corner was impressive. Great work!

[@brofids_]

you're not doing a repair job or making a repair video !! you're doing an art and this is a masterpiece 🔥🔥

[@breakthecode4634]

why do people steal the simplest comments?

[@Gavisama]

Dang, this video clearly shows that not all heroes wear capes. Great job man!👍

[@S-Fish-yt3ib]

That was actually quite emotional, seeing the actual brilliance and skill, dealing with a 4090 like a surgeon, Amazed me that did. Thanks pal.

[@iesdise]

Your patience, effort and dedication are inspiring and motivating me on a daily basis. *Thank you.*

[@wtrojanow]

Hi there Tony, Thanks for sharing a knowledge with us ❤ I'm glad I can learn new stuff every video. Love it. See you and God bless 😀

[@northwestrepair]

Thanks so much

[@ARUNMANOJ86]

nothing short of Labour of love .. thats one lucky 4090 FE. whoever sent that you if he watching give this man a big tip.

[@aceLC47]

the attention to details cleaning the board the stress test I just love your work man good job

[@ltsradio]

Always nice to see an artist at work. Thank you.

[@wesleypiper7675]

Outstanding as Always 💯😁👌👏

[@wonderpookie]

Working or not, anyone who disrespects a 4090 by not even bothering to package it properly, does not deserve a 4090. Awesome video, thanks brother.

[@Menky90]

I’ve worked in Amazon and FedEx warehouses for years if the workers don’t beat the packages up the conveyor belts sure do.

[@wonderpookie]

@@Menky90 lol. We need more insights like this to help our critical thinking!

[@PontiacKid2]

Always amazed at how you figure out these problems. I've been hooked on these videos ever since I had to get someone to fix my 3070. Great work as always! :)

[@mrhassell]

You are a wizard! I'm so impressed, I'm about to email you about a possible repair job, being sent to you from Melbourne, Australia. It's going to be pricey to send and return, but I've been watching you for over a year now and I don't belive a more skilled or capable technician exists. Big fan of your show on KZbin, you've been hugely motivating to me, thank you!

[@mintymus]

Man, this card REALLY didn't want to work. Great job.

[@PatipanWongkleaw]

With his skill and knowledge and attention to detail. There's only one downside after I started watching this channel. Which is... He isn't in my country, I couldn't find anyone willing to reball anything in my country :(

[@dermuiker]

it means you have to doit yourself.

[@avovk1852]

​@@dermuikerand then become local GPU guru?

[@ismakami]

Is so much gratifying to see the videocard running properly at the end of the video.

[@KingCrabWok]

Incredibly detailed, knowledgeable, and entertaining. Class act. Well done!

[@TheRussRyde]

While we come home at night and reflect on our lives with all our hopes and dreams, you are making hopes and dreams a reality for a vast number of GPU owners. Have you ever considered that countless of people turn to therapy or medications, but instead they could benefit from watching your videos? Keep it up Tony. You bring joy and extreme happiness to us all. Russ

[@idk-fj1fv]

ngl all the big gpu companys should hire this guy he really knows his stuff love your vids man

[@BelowAmbient]

please god no... the best people are the ones that work for themselves...

[@idk-fj1fv]

@@BelowAmbientyeah...true iether way this guys good asf

[@u9Nails]

Or but him a house with a retirement plan in exchange to train a dozen techs.

[@user-fi1nv8mf4l]

They have their own in-house people who can do similar repairs - the problem is, when you have a manufacturing line that can spit out new cards, there are limits to what is economically feasible and it is hard to provide same reliability from reworks/repairs vs. new. 4090 and higher priced pro cards have changed the equation somewhat, so it happens more these days, but back when high end GPU was

[@morrisl7]

why would they do that? their profits would be cut in half because he would tell them to stop designing the cards like crap.

[@biggerbigfoot]

It is so satisfying to see a person who performs their profession in such an excellent manner.

[@Volcom1947]

It amazing to see these types of repairs being done. Bravo Sir!

[@scottmcdonald7577]

How long did this repair take you?????? You do amazing work......

[@northwestrepair]

Not sure, all day i guess.

[@psiklops71]

Rtx 5150 will drive us all crazy

[@allgrainbrewer10]

Especially the EVH model.

[@notaras1985]

Do you mean 5090 with the 3 PCBs

[@LiquidSnakeSSJ4]

you and TheCod3r are two of the best electronics repair technicians on youtube (in history). reballing is certainly not easy, and takes forever but you make it look so easy

[@isaiahrothchild8987]

Your professionalism, and dedication , to both your client and the product is outstanding.....i had to say something!! keep it up dude !!!!

[@squirrelsinjacket1804]

Hopefully the 5090 doesn't have these issues anymore

[@DeadNastyRust]

They're geared more for ai than gaming. So meh

[@shauebyblya6858]

Huang: "Yes"

[@hitmanslayer3003]

I bet there are even more problems for twice the price. 😂

[@BenState]

@@DeadNastyRust Yeah, you know all about the GPU that hasn't been released yet. So meh.

[@thepurplebandit3859]

​@BenState no one cares

[@vladerx]

Your repairs are exceptional and very informative. Great video as always.

[@TheAsjdj]

Damn, the amount of work that went into fixing this is huge. Well done with the job!

[@Drockzoids]

You're the man bro. I just found you and love this. The music, the closeup fixing, the walkthrough, you definitely deserve more subs. Nice job

[@henryausten1081]

You are truly inspirational, I love watching these videos and wish I could one day do something similar in my spare time.

[@spencerhulme1203]

I swear you deserve awards 🏆🏆🏆that was the best repair and investigation i have seen on youtube!

[@OV-Juan]

A true master at your craft. If I ever need my GPU diagnoses and repaired I will be coming to you. Your attention to detail is down right masterfully brilliant!

[@JuJu-fi8oo]

Aah for me the magic started at 3:30. Fantastic as always. Even managed to slip in a smiley at 5:20. So satisfying to watch you work. Keep it coming, man!

[@johnlilley8525]

Dude, you have some serious repair skills. Quite enjoyable to watch.

[@anikidwolfy]

Loved the detail of the bezel correction.

[@JLocker]

Just amazed with your many talents and attention to detail. Just amazing Tony.

[@laserspike]

So satisfying that it worked in the end! 😊 Awesome work as usual.

[@teamredstudio7012]

I find this really beautiful. Repairs like this are insanely difficult to do. Thanks!

[@Dartheomus]

Impressive work! That takes a lot of patience, dedication, and skill. Amazing!

[@danplaysdw]

I always enjoy watching you re-ball cores, thank you for the fun videos and keep up the amazing work :)

[@travisolander4749]

Just incredible work. I can't even comprehend learning how to do any of it.

[@brucebee2525]

From your video I can see you have both the knowledge and equipment for this work.

[@TheDarkDima]

The definition of a tech wizard, making a living smart rock work again. Amazing...

[@simonstergaard]

love your channel. everything is with out filters...pure truth and skill

[@ShayBlez]

I love watching your repair process.

[@ftn5546]

I just found your channel after seeing you featured on some other KZbin channels. You definitely earned my subscription with this video.

[@nateisgreat8]

You are a REAL MASTER TECHNICIAN speaking from a 15 year Senior ASE Certified DIesel Technician and Gamer. MUCH RESPECT! Love your passion for repair! I follow this same attention to detail on my fleet repairs for trucks and buses.

[@abzkhun2025]

Your repair videos are very relaxing to watch. Long live

[@rougeneon1997]

Its great watching someone as talented as this fella fixing stuff. GG's man!

[@DanielHarris42024]

I love watching you work, you're so amazing at what you do. I don't do any of this kind of work, I use PC's, but I'm a tattoo artist and there's just something so comforting and satisfying about how you do your work. Big respect from Canada.

[@SpaceDust_97]

Amazing! Such an awesome job diagnosing, cleaning, and all the other thousand steps you took!!!

[@vbrown8522ify]

Your work is Art in Motion, just draws me in and look in amazement and awe. The skill and craft you honed over the years is a testament to you dedication.

[@asoto1516]

Your debug tools and knowledge are impressive, great video, definitely earned my subscription!

[@alessandrovirdis520]

You are the GPU mechanic, electrician and body shop all in one. Grats on another great repair and video👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@teddywear]

Your skill is far beyond of what is common. My deepest respect.

[@darknez09240]

so satisfying as an perfectionist to watch your perfect professional repair

[@Drinkyoghurt]

The sheer amount of skill and knowledge you have is humbling. Great stuff!

[@northwestrepair]

It's funny I don't really know that much or have that many skills to be useless enough to justify my very existence 😔

[@vierzwanzig4082]

@@northwestrepair Well for someone who claims to be entirely self-taught, you possess an extraordinary amount of knowledge and expertise in this field. Definitely underplaying yourself here.

[@konverzny]

Nothing better than seeing an honest work.

[@TheDaoistheway]

Watching you work is pleasant, good job

[@hamster1zombie170]

You sir deserve more than you perhaps receive...great work as always BRAVO!

[@trevorjlewis]

knowledge and patience go hand in hand with this wizard.

[@PE4Doers]

Thanks for all the great information and an excellent view/illustration of your work. This video earned my subscription.

[@johndough4871]

Excellent work, when you put it in the ultrasonic is when you earned my sub. Good job on that 4090. I would have lost it after there was no picture after the proper re-ball.

[@justinwilliams4380]

Thank you for your service to the community.

[@anonony9081]

Amazing work. It's so satisfying seeing those balls all get in line as the heat hits the right temperature

[@irwinerd]

first time watching your videos but I loved your craftsmanship, new sub

[@strikye7]

amazing job, my anxiety has decreased knowing there someone on this planet that can do this

[@chincemagnet]

You went above and beyond with this one, great job

[@andrewmcallister7781]

You are a legend with these repairs. Thank you for the content