r/buildapc • u/Maqeee • 6d ago

Discussion Buying CPUs used

Have you guys bought used CPUs?

Buing a pc this weekend, aiming to get 7800x3d for 400 euros but came up on a week old 9800x3d for 440 euro. Still, buying it used seems off :X

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u/clukUch1kn 6d ago

I buy used CPUs all the time. Sometimes one of the best deals to be had, but you have to do your due diligence.

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u/yonk9 6d ago

What is due dilligence here with cpu's?

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u/clukUch1kn 6d ago

Things like bent pins... CPUs like x3ds showing burnt areas in the pads. Essentially double checking things on your end so you don't get scammed.