# The WEIRDEST PC Parts we Found on AliExpress Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uiEvIRis8Pc Recap page: https://rapidrecap.app/video/uiEvIRis8Pc Generated: 2025-09-22T18:03:01.366+00:00 --- ## Quick Overview The video showcases the "WEIRDEST PC Parts" found on AliExpress, featuring a remote PC switch card, a PCI-E to SATA expansion card, and a USB 3.0 gigabit Ethernet adapter, with the team ultimately finding the Wi-Fi card to be the most universally useful. **Key Points:** - The team attempts to turn on a PC using a remote switch card, which works, but they find the setup to be overly complicated compared to modern solutions. - They test a PCI-E to SATA expansion card, noting its low profile and multiple USB 3.0 ports, but its utility is limited by the lack of onboard audio or Wi-Fi. - The most universally useful item is a Wi-Fi 6E card that also offers Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity, providing a significant upgrade over older motherboard Wi-Fi. - Linus points out that some motherboards lack audio ports or Wi-Fi, making these expansion cards potentially useful for users with older or budget motherboards. - The team tests the Wi-Fi card's speed and finds it to be comparable to a direct Ethernet connection, highlighting its practical benefits. - Despite initial skepticism, the team agrees that the Wi-Fi card is a genuinely useful upgrade, especially for older systems or for users who need better wireless connectivity. - The video also briefly showcases a "PCI Multi I/O Controller Card" with USB 3.0 and Gigabit Ethernet, which is deemed less exciting but still functional. ![Screenshot at 00:00: The main presenter, Linus, stands in front of a large monitor displaying AliExpress listings, holding a wooden crate labeled 'DON'T DROP'. Two other team members are visible in the background.](https://ss.rapidrecap.app/screens/uiEvIRis8Pc/00-00-00.png) **Context:** This video from Linus Tech Tips explores unusual and potentially "weird" computer components sourced from AliExpress. The team, including Linus, Luke, and James, tests several niche expansion cards to see if they offer any practical value or are simply novelty items. Their goal is to assess the usefulness and performance of these components in a modern PC build scenario. ## Detailed Analysis The video begins by introducing a "remote PC switch card" that allows users to turn their computer on and off remotely via an app. While functional, the team finds it overly complicated for modern standards. Next, they examine a PCI-E to SATA expansion card, noting its ability to add multiple SATA ports and USB 3.0 ports, but they point out its lack of onboard audio or Wi-Fi as a drawback. The highlight of the video is a "PCIe Wi-Fi 6E + Bluetooth 5.2 card" which the team finds to be a genuinely useful and practical upgrade, especially for users with older motherboards lacking modern wireless capabilities. They test its speed, which rivals Ethernet, and appreciate its modular design allowing for potential Wi-Fi module replacement. The team also briefly looks at a "PCI-E Multi I/O Controller Card" with USB 3.0 and Gigabit Ethernet, deeming it less exciting but still a functional addition for expanding connectivity. Ultimately, the Wi-Fi card is presented as the most compelling and useful item tested. ### Remote PC Switch Card - Functional but overly complicated for modern use - Test involves remote power-on via app - Practicality questioned due to outdated interface ### PCI-E to SATA Expansion Card - Adds multiple SATA ports and USB 3.0 - Lacks onboard audio/Wi-Fi - Potentially useful for older motherboards ### Wi-Fi 6E + Bluetooth 5.2 Card - Most useful item tested - Upgrades wireless connectivity - Tested for speed, rivals Ethernet - Modular design allows for future upgrades ### PCI-E Multi I/O Controller Card - Adds USB 3.0 and Gigabit Ethernet - Less exciting but functional - Useful for expanding connectivity options ### Overall Value - Wi-Fi card deemed most practical upgrade - Other components are niche or less useful for modern builds ![Screenshot at 00:00: Linus holding a "DON'T DROP" crate, introducing the video's theme of exploring AliExpress PC parts.](https://ss.rapidrecap.app/screens/uiEvIRis8Pc/00-00-00.png) ![Screenshot at 00:02: Screenshot of an AliExpress listing for a "15-17cm doll Labubu carseat safety Seat Cute Doll Air Outlet Aroma decoration high-grade Car Interior Decoration", highlighting the unusual items available.](https://ss.rapidrecap.app/screens/uiEvIRis8Pc/00-00-02.png) ![Screenshot at 00:04: Screenshot of an AliExpress listing for a "SNZIYAG K10 Wireless Lavalier Microphone Portable Audio Video Recording Mini Microphone", demonstrating the type of tech products reviewed.](https://ss.rapidrecap.app/screens/uiEvIRis8Pc/00-00-04.png) ![Screenshot at 00:06: Close-up of the "DON'T DROP" crate, emphasizing the potential fragility or special nature of the contents.](https://ss.rapidrecap.app/screens/uiEvIRis8Pc/00-00-06.png) ![Screenshot at 00:11: Linus pulls out a small box from the "DON'T DROP" crate, revealing one of the components to be tested.](https://ss.rapidrecap.app/screens/uiEvIRis8Pc/00-00-11.png) ![Screenshot at 00:13: Graphic showing "2 Cards" and "Pick 1", illustrating the selection process for the team members.](https://ss.rapidrecap.app/screens/uiEvIRis8Pc/00-00-13.png) ![Screenshot at 00:20: Linus holds up a small, silver device, presumably one of the PC expansion cards.](https://ss.rapidrecap.app/screens/uiEvIRis8Pc/00-00-20.png) ![Screenshot at 00:39: A UGREEN MagSafe wireless charger is shown on a desk with a smartphone charging.](https://ss.rapidrecap.app/screens/uiEvIRis8Pc/00-00-39.png) ![Screenshot at 00:49: An iPhone and Apple Watch are shown charging wirelessly on a dual charging stand.](https://ss.rapidrecap.app/screens/uiEvIRis8Pc/00-00-49.png) ![Screenshot at 01:03: The team gathered around a table, with the "DON'T DROP" crate in the center, preparing to open it and reveal the contents.](https://ss.rapidrecap.app/screens/uiEvIRis8Pc/00-01-03.png)