Posted by StudioTwo on 09/22/68 11:36

Hello

Often the "retail" (OEM) version arrives in a plain brown box (usually with
the most basic of instructions).
Additionally, bundled software is normally not included (you literally just
get the card). They are intended for use by "system builders".

I can't comment specifically on the FX5200 from Amazon though (reading the
descriptions, it is a little difficult to tell).

HTH,
Stephen


"Tricky Dicky" <tricky@nospam.clara.co.uk> wrote in message
news:1136402558.29697.0@ersa.uk.clara.net...
> Can anyone explain the difference between retail and non-retail when it
> comes to PC components? I am trying to source a new PCI graphics card and
> Amazon have a *retail* GeForce FX5200 for 37.85 and a *non-retail* for
> 65.61. Reading the specs they look identical except different part numbers
> are quoted
>
> Why would anyone opt for the expensive product if the cheaper one is
> identical? Or am I missing something?
>
> All thoughts & advice appreciated
>
> Tricky
>

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