Received a peculiar compact package instead of the expected Intel 14900K
Received a peculiar compact package instead of the expected Intel 14900K
rosypink14
10-10-2023, 04:25 PM #2It could be the updated packaging. You can verify its authenticity by visiting the link provided: https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/...ssors.html
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FeniXx2000YT
10-14-2023, 03:37 PM #3It looks like you think it might be genuine. The fact that you saved 180 euros suggests the silver plastic container was quite costly .
Cost reductions are expected on packaging as well. This pattern often occurs where the initial product has attractive packaging, then switches to standard boxes for subsequent runs or until the premium containers are depleted. You recall those dodecahedron 9900k boxes lasting about a month before simplifying to basic boxes. Such elaborate designs increase shipping and material expenses—especially with heavy materials like tin, which could cost around $4 per package when the box itself was only $1, representing a significant savings opportunity.
To maintain stability, you should stick with the default BIOS settings unless you have specific reasons to adjust them. The manual voltages are only necessary if you're experiencing issues, but after completing all updates, reverting to auto should be safe.
StyleTrick
11-08-2023, 07:21 PM #7I actually revised Bios to this update roughly a week prior to returning the CPU.
iKegreenS_
11-09-2023, 12:53 AM #8Consider using the XMP profile for better optimization. The motherboard can help you choose the best settings.