High risk but high reward . Request stress-test benchmarks (like FurMark) from the seller to ensure the card does not crash or overheat under load .
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Primarily structural with almost zero risk . Even if slightly damaged, they remain functional . High risk but high reward
These have thousands of tiny, sensitive electrical pathways and pins . It is incredibly easy for a seller to accidentally bend CPU socket pins during removal . Primarily structural with almost zero risk
Great for local pickups . The primary advantage here is the ability to ask the seller to demonstrate the part working in person before handing over cash .