A lot of companies could learn something about packaging from this. Expensive items should come in expensive boxes. Apple has known this for a long time. Cheap packaging leaves the impression that the item within is cheap, which, in turn, leads to dissatisfaction with the purchase. Good packaging has such high return for a relatively small investment.

Edit: Let me clarify that I don't think this is a logical practice, just that from a business perspective it makes sense.

Edit: I am told this packaging is limited to the review chips. I stand by what I said though.

Please add “Unboxing” to the title. This isn't the full AnandTech review.

The real intrigue for me is the 1900X which is 8-core similar to 1800X, 1700X and 1700. I understand the 1900X will use the ThreadRipper MoBo, giving it access to 60 pci-express lanes. What could be the best use of this say compared to the X370 Mobo and its 16-something pci-express lanes ?

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It's so nice to be able to be excited about a new CPU for once.

Thanks AMD.