N niknak Distinguished Jan 23, 2012 32 0 18,530 Aug 25, 2015 #1 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?
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 Retired Moderator Apr 16, 2015 22,250 1,350 108,740 Aug 25, 2015 #2 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. Upvote 0 Downvote
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.
rgd1101 Don't Moderator Nov 7, 2011 73,313 3,855 176,290 Aug 25, 2015 #3 As long as it the same model ie 4790k. it will have the same spec. I think the only different is where they manufacture, and possible warranty. Upvote 0 Downvote
As long as it the same model ie 4790k. it will have the same spec. I think the only different is where they manufacture, and possible warranty.