Corsair's pricey DDR5 RAM now comes in very different packaging — and it's all about foiling RAM scammers
Summary
Corsair introduces a sealed plastic clamshell for its premium RAM to combat return-related scams. This innovative packaging aims to enhance product security and ensure customer satisfaction, reflecting the company's commitment to quality and integrity in the tech market.
Key Insights
What is a RAM return scam and how does Corsair's new packaging prevent it?
A RAM return scam involves criminals buying genuine DDR5 RAM, replacing it with cheaper or fake modules like old DDR4, DDR2, or dummy lights, and returning the tampered product to retailers for a refund. Corsair's new sealed plastic clamshell with a tamper-evident belly label allows visual verification of the modules before purchase and reveals any tampering attempts, deterring such fraud.
Which Corsair RAM kits use the new plastic clamshell packaging, and what about other kits?
The new sealed plastic clamshell packaging, made from recycled plastic with ESD protection, is used for Vengeance DDR5 series (non-RGB, RGB, and RS) in 2-module configurations, replacing the traditional yellow cardboard boxes since early January 2026. Other SKUs, like 4-module kits or lower-tier RAM, continue with cardboard boxes but are receiving added security labels.