Second hand i5 4460 scam or legit ?

sYankOv · May 25, 2016

Hello. I'm about to buy a used cpu from a local website for second hand parts. I've found a very suitable offer for me. A ''new'' i5-4460; 2/3 of retailer's price. The seller claims to have never used the cpu and he has posted some picture of the box. Picture 1 Picture 2 Picture 3

My question is: How can I tell if the cpu is indeed new with the help of these pictures? (Is it even possible)

Starcruiser · May 25, 2016

Based on the pictures, they've made it impossible to tell. Once you have the box in your hand though, check the factory seals on the box. If any of the "tape" is broken, avoid it.

Plumboby · May 25, 2016

keep asking weird questions see if u can catch the seller out

coffeecoffee · May 25, 2016

Unfortunately, it's very difficult to authenticate without actually testing the CPU (bios check). Furthermore, there are enthusiasts that de-lid their CPU to put better thermal paste. Which means its possible to get a low end CPU with a lid from a higher end model. Basically, buyer beware (of the risks; no warranty, possible scam, defective hardware, etc). On a more positive note, I have not experienced any scams buying 2nd hand hardware for years (since the days of Core 2 Duo/Quad). You'll just have to gauge if the seller is genuine or a scammer.

Plumboby · May 25, 2016

yeah same here i buy 2nd hand no issues just study ur chip keep asking questions usally a weird answer is a give away

sYankOv · May 25, 2016

I think I found something. I typed the batch code from the cpu picture in Intel Warranty center and I got this http://imgur.com/NRV4vxq . It says estimated warranty will end after almost 3 years. Is this a good sign ?

Starcruiser · May 25, 2016

It's not a bad sign at least. I'm guessing the seller bought it from someone, and they did the same and checked if it had been registered on the 10th. That would have triggered the warranty start.

sYankOv · May 26, 2016

The guy sent me this picture - Click to confirm that he owns the cpu. It is authentically?

Starcruiser · May 26, 2016

Seems legit to me. It's good that he showed the packing list with the address on it. Confirms my suspicion that the seller is reselling it.

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