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Purchasing processor from another nation than where you reside i7 7700k

Purchasing processor from another nation than where you reside i7 7700k

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asdno2
Member
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12-07-2017, 10:57 AM
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Hello! I’m not sure if this fits the discussion, but I’m trying. I plan to purchase an i7 7700K for my second PC, which will run Windows 7. My concern is whether buying a CPU from another country—like the USA—will affect performance, overclocking, power consumption, or anything else. Are there any differences in results? Is it safe to do this? Currently, no one in Norway sells it, but if someone does, they might buy it soon. Thanks for your help!
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asdno2
12-07-2017, 10:57 AM #1

Hello! I’m not sure if this fits the discussion, but I’m trying. I plan to purchase an i7 7700K for my second PC, which will run Windows 7. My concern is whether buying a CPU from another country—like the USA—will affect performance, overclocking, power consumption, or anything else. Are there any differences in results? Is it safe to do this? Currently, no one in Norway sells it, but if someone does, they might buy it soon. Thanks for your help!

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Ruubiee17
Senior Member
572
12-08-2017, 02:03 PM
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It shouldn't matter much since they're all produced in China.
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Ruubiee17
12-08-2017, 02:03 PM #2

It shouldn't matter much since they're all produced in China.

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DangoBravo
Posting Freak
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12-11-2017, 08:38 PM
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Shipping and import duties will be significant. I checked online and found 2 7700k with systemboard and RAM, a few 7700 and multiple 6700k on finn.no.
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DangoBravo
12-11-2017, 08:38 PM #3

Shipping and import duties will be significant. I checked online and found 2 7700k with systemboard and RAM, a few 7700 and multiple 6700k on finn.no.

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BryanPlayzz
Member
146
12-13-2017, 11:35 PM
#4
Hey, seems like it might be a copy-paste error from Wish.com, possibly with a fake part or component. It should still work as intended.
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BryanPlayzz
12-13-2017, 11:35 PM #4

Hey, seems like it might be a copy-paste error from Wish.com, possibly with a fake part or component. It should still work as intended.

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DivinFighter
Member
53
12-16-2017, 02:43 PM
#5
If you purchase the genuine product, there should be no issues. Consider shipping costs, import duties, and potential return complications—likely, there won’t be many reasons to return it. Buying a processor from overseas might not be practical.
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DivinFighter
12-16-2017, 02:43 PM #5

If you purchase the genuine product, there should be no issues. Consider shipping costs, import duties, and potential return complications—likely, there won’t be many reasons to return it. Buying a processor from overseas might not be practical.

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GinelyTheDwarf
Junior Member
20
12-16-2017, 04:37 PM
#6
Hey everyone, just checking if anyone has any good places to get this product legally. Or maybe a used option that isn’t a fake, right? Appreciate the help!
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GinelyTheDwarf
12-16-2017, 04:37 PM #6

Hey everyone, just checking if anyone has any good places to get this product legally. Or maybe a used option that isn’t a fake, right? Appreciate the help!

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Djmaster3000
Member
66
12-16-2017, 06:06 PM
#7
Based on my observations, purchasing a CPU or computer components abroad usually yields little return. In Norway, tech products are relatively affordable when considering VAT (MVA) and shipping costs, especially when ordering online. Many Ebay items do arrive in Norway but take time. I’ve seen listings for similar models with significant savings—sometimes even saving over 400 kroner by selling parts instead of buying everything new.
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Djmaster3000
12-16-2017, 06:06 PM #7

Based on my observations, purchasing a CPU or computer components abroad usually yields little return. In Norway, tech products are relatively affordable when considering VAT (MVA) and shipping costs, especially when ordering online. Many Ebay items do arrive in Norway but take time. I’ve seen listings for similar models with significant savings—sometimes even saving over 400 kroner by selling parts instead of buying everything new.