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RTX 4090 laptop shunt modded: 19% more performance, near RTX 5090 laptop perf for half the cost

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A modded RTX 4090 laptop with a shunt modification has shown a 19% performance boost, bringing it close to the performance level of an RTX 5090 laptop but at a significantly lower cost. The modification allows the RTX 4090 laptop to achieve near top-tier performance for half the price, making it an attractive option for gamers and professionals looking for high performance on a budget.

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