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Each week The Full Nerd Podcast covers relevant news for PC builders of all skill levels. Join hosts Adam Patrick Murray, Brad Chacos, Alaina Yee, and others from PCWorld every Tuesday live at 11 am Pacific on YouTube or listen on the go in the podcast app of your choice.

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Join The Full Nerd podcast as they offer level-headed takes about the latest PC news. In this episode the gang dives into the reports of Nvidia manufacturing the GPU crisis, the local AI testing that our team has been doing, and much more. And of cou... more

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Join The Full Nerd podcast as they offer level-headed takes about the latest PC building news. In this episode the gang covers RTX Spark reviews, particularly around gaming performance, FSR 4.1 upscaling releasing to more AMD hardware, a new bill hit... more

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Join The Full Nerd gang as they offer level-headed takes about the latest PC building news. In this episode the gang digs into speculation that the RTX 5090 is discontinued, what we are expecting from the RTX Spark launch, and much more. And of cours... more

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Join The Full Nerd gang as they offer level-headed takes about the latest PC building news. In this episode Adam is in his new house to dig into all of the information coming out of Steam's September 2026 hardware survey, how buying a used CPU could ... more

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Recent Guests

Mike Kreider
PCWorld writer who tested gaming performance on RTX Spark laptops.
PCWorld
Episode: Game Ownership Bill, FSR 4.1 Expansion, RTX Spark Gaming Reviews & More
Ashley Biancuso
PCWorld reviewer who contributed first look/review content
PCWorld
Episode: Episode 419: RTX 5090 "Discontinued", Open Source Creative Cloud & More
Mike Crider
PCWorld staff writer; contributed expert analysis on the Steam hardware survey and anti-cheat hardware bans
pcworld.com
Episode: Episode 418: RTX 5070 Tops Steam Charts, Used CPUs Led To Gaming Bans & More
Glenn Ma
Guest at the big boy table, hardware enthusiast
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Episode: Episode 414: Leaked DLSS 5 Mod Impressions, Crazy OneXPlayer X2 Mini Pro & More
Mike Danseglio
Certified ethical hacker and CISSP
Independent security professional
Episode: Episode 413: Ethical Hacker Talks Kernel Level Anti-Cheat, Wi-Fi Hacking & More
Jake Roach
Senior CPU analyst at Tom's Hardware
Tom's Hardware
Episode: Episode 412: Intel Reveals Upcoming CPU Plans, 16GB GPU Market Sales Data & More
Robert Halleck
Intel executive, former AMD alumnus
Intel
Episode: Episode 412: Intel Reveals Upcoming CPU Plans, 16GB GPU Market Sales Data & More
Michael Kreider
Contributor/PCWorld staff
pcworld.com
Episode: Episode 408: Sleepy 7700X3D Reviews, Steam Machine Sales Numbers & More
Steve Lin
Historian, Video Game History Foundation
Video Game History Foundation
Episode: Episode 407: Debate: Gaming Laptop VS DIY Desktop, Electronics Flea Market & More

Hosts

Adam Patrick Murray
Host of The Full Nerd Podcast (PCWorld) known for in-depth hardware discussions and practical build advice.
Brad Chacos
Co-host; provides testing insights and hardware context, known for candid opinions and deep hardware knowledge.
Alaina Yee
Host/Co-host; long-running PC enthusiast and hardware journalist contributing practical build guidance and market insights.
Glenn Ma
Producer/tech host with historical context and production insights; contributes industry perspective and organizational memory.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 374 ratings
  • Most level headed

    You guys really are the best PC podcast out there just because of there being no bias, you guys have helped me learn a lot.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LinuxNoob1437
    United States2 months ago
  • Great podcast for those that follow PC hardware

    This is a great podcast for people who follow the PC hardware and gaming scenes. Whether you build your own or buy a prebuilt, this is a great podcast for news about gaming PCs and the hardware that goes into them, including GPUs, CPUs, etc. Also a great place to get good tips on how to get the most out of your gear and what developments to expect next.

    Audible
    5
    Ali
    United States5 months ago
  • Good Job Alaina and TFN Team!

    Thrilled to see the Official TFN Newsletter come to audio life. Great effort! I am a big fan. But will a 6090 cost $10,000? This is what I am here for : )

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AlexLOVESrdio
    United States7 months ago
  • Newsletter live! ❤️

    Listener since a long time, always enjoyable chats and re-views on recent tech news and releases. And now the newsletter as well, thanks nerd crew

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    KurtvdB
    Netherlands7 months ago
  • More Official Newsletter

    I’ve been waiting years, and finally a spoken version of the Official Newsletter. I just hope it makes an annual appearance in future Aprils; it feels too much to hope for weekly delivery to my ear holes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Eric_in_OR
    United States7 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Long episodes but packed with useful takeaways for builders and enthusiasts.
Great mix of news, builds, and testing insights; feels like hanging out with experts.
Informative, deep hardware knowledge with friendly banter.
Strong host chemistry and credible guests keep discussions grounded.

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#236
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#88
Indonesia/Technology
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#123
New Zealand/Technology
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#125
South Korea/Technology
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#143
Argentina/Technology
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#184
Norway/Technology

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Game Ownership Bill, FSR 4.1 Expansion, RTX Spark Gaming Reviews & More
Q: Why doesn't NVIDIA make a low hash rate GPU equivalent for current gen GPUs to prevent consumer GPU leaking into enterprise usage?
The panel says NVIDIA has little incentive to limit consumer GPUs while enterprise sales are highly lucrative, and that vendors could instead manage consumer access through purchasing programs.
Game Ownership Bill, FSR 4.1 Expansion, RTX Spark Gaming Reviews & More
Q: When is the ETA of an AI-powered PSU and PC case?
The hosts discuss possible AI-assisted power monitoring, fan control, cooling, and smart-home automation, while noting many of these functions can already be handled by conventional software.
Episode 419: RTX 5090 "Discontinued", Open Source Creative Cloud & More
Q: Would you rather use a handheld with a dock to stream to the TV from another more powerful system using the streaming method of your choice or a dedicated TV system for TV gaming?
The panel suggests a mix of approaches depending on home setup: if you already have a strong local PC, using a docked handheld for streaming can be flexible; otherwise a dedicated TV system with strong local hardware may offer better performance and simplicity. The broader takeaway is that cloud, remote streaming, and local power each have roles, and the best choice depends on latency, network reliability, and budget.
Episode 414: Leaked DLSS 5 Mod Impressions, Crazy OneXPlayer X2 Mini Pro & More
Q: What is officially announced about DLSS 5 and NBA 2K27 timing?
NVIDIA announced DLSS 5 with NBA 2K27 as the first game in its official slate, with developer control over models and frame generation, and a projected performance profile that scales with hardware.
Episode 413: Ethical Hacker Talks Kernel Level Anti-Cheat, Wi-Fi Hacking & More
Q: Is kernel-level access by anti-cheat ever justifiable given security risks?
The consensus among the panel is nuanced: while kernel-level anti-cheat can strengthen cheat detection for competitive play, the broader risk to system stability and user data often outweighs benefits, and many speakers advocate for limiting such access or using trusted third-party solutions with clear disclosures.

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