Any difference between BX and BXC (Chinese) intel CPUs

niknak

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I can get in retail box an Ivy Bridge CPU for a decent price. Only thing is, it's the Chinese version, with a model number that begins BXC, not BX. Is there a difference between BX boxed CPUs and BXC CPUs destined for the Chinese market?
 

Barty1884

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I don't believe there is a difference other than the packaging. Can't find anything to prove this, but I'm sure I've heard this question before.

I think intel were trying to get more of a foothold in the market, and were selling components slightly cheaper.