GPU scam resells RTX 3090 as a 4090 — complete with a fake 'AD102' label on a lapped GPU

A Chinese tech channel uncovered another fake RTX 4090 featuring a GA102 die inside. The card was allegedly bought for a mere $530, but it showed no visible damage or marks outside that would suggest the GPU was modified. Closer inspection reveals how far scammers will go to attempt to dupe people.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/gpus/gpu-scam-resells-rtx-3090-as-a-4090-complete-with-a-fake-ad102-label-on-a-relapped-gpu

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