Alleged Amazon Delivery of Aorus RTX 5090 Contains pasta and outdated GPU instead of the expected item - a pasta trick!
Stolen Dreams and Swapped Hardware: The Unfortunate Reality for Gamers
In an unfortunate turn of events, an Amazon customer has reported a suspicious package containing an entirely different item than the advertised product - the highly sought-after Aorus Master GeForce RTX 5090 graphics card. Instead of the coveted GPU, the package concealed bags of rice and pasta, along with a less-than-desirable dusty old GPU according to Reddit user Ok-Atmosphere7655.
A Nightmare Scenario
This incident has left Ok-Atmosphere7655 with a terrible week, as they had saved up since last year for this precise RTX 5090. The returns process is currently in limbo, with Amazon yet to respond after the problematic package was sent back via tracked courier.
Upon discovering the deception, Ok-Atmosphere7655 shared additional comments about the purchasing process. The GPU cost 2,950 Euros (approximately US$3,360) on Amazon.nl, with an added standard VAT of 21%. Interestingly, the Redditor opted for Amazon Spain as the purchase source option due to savings. The parcel took inexplicably long to arrive from Spain, offering ample time for the package to be tampered with.
Who's Behind the Swap?
While our sympathy lies with the affected user, the mystery surrounding the missing RTX 5090 remains. This incident follows similar reports of high-profile premium product replacements, such as the recent case involving Zotac products at Micro Center [1]. It seems that such incidents are regrettably becoming quite common.
Parcels often undergo numerous stages from the original source to the final destination, creating multiple opportunities for tampering. It is challenging to pinpoint where exactly the switch took place. Unfortunately, such incidents can also inspire copycats, making it hard to determine the truth.
Self-Protection Measures
In light of these incidents, it's crucial to be cautious about from whom you buy and to protect yourself with clear video evidence. It's advisable to record footage from answering the door, the delivery operative, parcel opening, and unboxing in a single continuous take. This precaution is now essential advice for receiving any premium goods [2].
As Ok-Atmosphere7655 patiently awaits a resolution, they currently have their Zotac RTX 4080 Ti to keep them entertained in the meantime.
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[1] - https://www.tomshardware.com/news/nvidia-geforce-rtx-5090-replacement-scam-microcenter[2] - https://www.tomshardware.com/news/nvme-ssd-anti-counterfeit-features-secure-boot
- The incident of a stolen Aorus Master GeForce RTX 5090 graphics card, replaced with an unworthy GPU and household items, highlights the growing issue of technology piracy and raises concerns about artificial-intelligence enabled gadgets being targeted.
- In today's digital age, it's essential to exercise vigilance when making purchases, employing self-protection measures such as video evidence and secure transactions, to combat the rise of technology scams that threaten our valuable gadgets and artificial-intelligence driven devices.
