Old Treasures: Stunning Finds at the Local Electronics Dump

A Reddit user by the handle ringosbigfuckingnose became a hero in the PCMasterRace community after sharing his latest discovery at a local electronics recycling container. Instead of obsolete hardware, he found components considered current.

Notably, among the digital waste was a set of 64 GB DDR4 RAM (Corsair Vengeance RGB Pro) clocked at 3600 MHz, an Intel Core i7 10th generation processor with a Cooler Master tower cooler, an Asus motherboard, a Drobo 5-bay network storage, and a Samsung monitor. Many noted the memory kit in particular. In secondary markets, such kits of two 32 GB sticks range from $250 to $400, while on major platforms like Newegg, the price for a similar new kit reaches $500. Naturally, ringosbigfuckingnose decided to upgrade his PC, which only had 16 GB of RAM. The next upgrade might involve replacing the processor, as the user’s system is built on an old Core i7-7700.

In recent years, the trend towards minimizing e-waste has gained momentum with tech companies investing in recycling innovation. This aspect of sustainability has not only reduced environmental impact but also provided tech enthusiasts with opportunities like these exciting finds. Meanwhile, the DDR4 RAM market remains competitive, despite emerging DDR5 alternatives, highlighting why such a discovery can still be considered a valuable catch.

With Intel’s ongoing advancements, their processors are at the forefront of delivering high performance for various computing needs. The i7 10th gen chips still hold strong ground, balancing performance and cost, making them a popular choice even in 2026.