Setup Wars Episode 359: Incredible Desk Setups & Tech Reviews

Featured Desk Setups

Edward's Evolving Workspace

• 🇦🇺 Edward from Sydney, a returning participant and cancer survivor, showcases his significantly evolved setup, now focusing on a strict black and white theme.
• 🖥️ His main desk features a custom foldable tabletop for space management and a quad-monitor setup (32" Phillips, two 34" LG Ultraides, 27" Lenovo) mounted for symmetry.
• 💡 A challenge with maxed-out GPU display headers is discussed, with potential solutions like a second GPU or using integrated graphics for study.
• 🛠️ The PC build includes an i7 14700K and Asus Tough RTX 4070 Ti inside an O1D Evo case, with a custom back panel for cable management.
• 💖 A prominent feature is his hip screw, a symbol of his health journey, now adorned with a custom logo combining yin-yang and an egg.

James's Gaming & Editing Hub

• 🇦🇺 James from Australia presents a setup built over 4 months, used for gaming, school, and video editing, featuring dual 24" Alienware monitors stacked vertically.
• 🖱️ Peripherals include a Red Dragon keyboard and HyperX mouse on a well-used mousepad, with a recommendation for washing or upgrading.
• 💡 Custom desk work includes a flush-mounted RGB strip for diffused lighting and solid cable management behind a wooden plank.
• 💻 The PC is a Lian Li build with a Ryzen 5 5600X and Gigabyte RTX 3070, complemented by a pegboard display of collectibles and gaming items.

Jay's Sci-Fi Space Station

• 🚀 Jay (JD Master), a Discord member and previous 'Setup of the Month' winner, created a sci-fi space station aesthetic with excellent color choices and accent lighting.
• 🌌 The centerpiece is a Samsung Odyssey G9 ultrawide monitor, enhanced with a monitor riser for a desk-mounted illusion and extra storage.
• ⌨️ Minimal desk items include a Ducky One 2 Mini keyboard, G502X mouse, and Edifier QR65 speakers, with meticulous cable management routed through sleeves and desk grommets.
• 🖥️ The PC, hidden behind the monitor, features a Ryzen 7 3700X and EVGA RTX 3070, with a suggestion to tidy cable combs.
• 🌟 The room includes a futuristic pegboard and tool bench, fitting the overall theme perfectly.

M's Artistic & Organized Workspace

• 🇭🇰 An anonymous artist and illustrator from Hong Kong, known as M, showcases a warm wooden aesthetic with Japanese and anime influences in a space-constrained room.
• 🎨 The setup utilizes multiple monitors for reference: a 32-inch ROG main display, a 27-inch ASUS Tough in vertical mode, and a Wacom Cintiq Pro drawing tablet.
• 🎧 Peripherals are predominantly Razer, with Kanto YU4 speakers and a Shure SM7B microphone on a boom arm.
• 📦 Cable management is handled by a cable rack and Velcro straps, with the PC (i9 10900K, RTX 3090) placed on an elevated base on the floor.
• 🧸 The space is filled with personal collectibles, figurines, games, and records, demonstrating significant space management skills.

Noah's Evolving Mechanical Engineering Setup

• 🎓 Noah, a mechanical engineering student, presents a triple 27-inch AOC monitor setup refined over six years, used for gaming, school, and content creation.
• 🚗 A Lego Tesla logo above the monitors highlights his enthusiasm for the brand.
• 💡 A clever trick of pulling the middle monitor forward and overlapping the side monitors creates a seamless front view.
• ⌨️ Peripherals include a Razer Huntsman Elite keyboard, Logitech G900 mouse, and a Blue Yeti mic, with good cable management facilitated by the desk frame.
• 🏠 The PC, an i9 11900K and MSI RTX 4070 Ti, is housed in a Fantex Evolve X case and placed on a shelf, with the room filled with personal memorabilia, collectibles, and his two golden retrievers.

Tech Showcase: Shargeek 140 Power Bank

• ⚡ The Shargeek 140 is highlighted as a portable, high-quality power bank with a 20,000 mAh battery, capable of charging two devices simultaneously.
• 📱 It features a transparent design, LCD display showing charging status and wattage, and is airline safe.
• ✈️ Positioned as a perfect travel companion for peace of mind regarding device power.