Step into the captivating world of Japan, where Gacha vending machines take on a new dimension of wonder! Imagine your astonishment at discovering a Gacha machine dispensing not just ordinary trinkets, but genuine Intel Core i7-8700 CPUs for a mere $3.25.
While these CPUs may exhibit some imperfections, hindering their performance, they remain fully functional, making this an unmissable bargain. The lucky winner of this incredible find, Sawara-San, faced initial challenges in installing Windows and encountered display issues. However, closer examination revealed that the chip had only five active cores instead of the expected six, potentially contributing to the observed problems.
Despite these minor setbacks, the CPU successfully completed Cinebench benchmarks, albeit with scores lower than a standard Core i7-8700. Undeterred by the potential drawbacks, the value proposition remains unbeatable. Compared to second-hand prices of $90, the Gacha machine’s offering is a steal, and even brand-new models retail for $200.
This extraordinary vending machine is not the first of its kind in Japan. In 2021, Tokyo introduced a similar machine that dispensed boxes labeled as AMD Ryzen 5000, but instead contained a mix of older CPUs, including Intel models, for around $9. Japan’s penchant for innovation and unique vending experiences continues to amaze and entertain the world.
