Tech creator proves for a second time that AA batteries are not a practical power alternative for your gaming PC

The ever-hungry AI industry doesn't just demand hardware; it needs an awful lot of power too. With electricity bills threatening to increase as a result, many are questioning just how the heck they're gonna power their gaming rig. Well, one tech creator has proven (for a second time) that AA batteries are not a viable alternative.

ScuffedBits has returned to their 'gaming PC powered by nothing but AA batteries' experiment, this time turning in slightly more favourable results. Using 64 AA batteries—comprising a mix of carbon...