I'm thinking about upgrading from my RTX 3050 and found some great deals on AliExpress, specifically from a seller named Shop1105236906. They have the RX 9060 XT 16GB for £250 and the RX 9070 XT 16GB for £308. The listings say these cards are XFX branded with triple-fan coolers and original packaging. The seller claims they are brand new and unused, plus they accept PayPal for buyer protection and offer a 90-day return policy. My current setup includes a Ryzen 5 5500, so I know the 9070 XT would bottle-neck at 1080p, but it looks more future-proof for just £60 extra. Would you recommend getting the RX 9070 XT for that price, or should I stick to the RX 9060 XT, or even avoid AliExpress altogether?
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The internet's golden rule applies here: if it sounds too good to be true, it usually is. You'll find legit retailers on AliExpress, but they won't be selling at such a huge discount.
Those prices seem way too low. AliExpress usually prices items within 10% of local retailers for legit products. If it's significantly cheaper, it's probably too good to be true!
Honestly, I wouldn't trust that seller. They have zero reviews and it just feels sketchy. I've seen too many scams on AliExpress, especially with expensive items. You might end up with a fake card or something totally different.
I've had mostly good experiences with AliExpress, but I always stick with well-known vendors that have a good track record. Shipping losses after the item leaves China usually aren't covered, so it can be a gamble. I'd probably give it a shot, but proceed with caution!
I wouldn't risk it. Remember back when rebadged cards were a thing? You might get something like an old workstation card instead of what you think you're paying for. Just steer clear unless you know the seller has a solid reputation.
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