Micro Center implements strict anti-scalping measures for RTX 5090 purchases

Micro Center has introduced a new policy requiring customers to sign a declaration form and present a government-issued photo ID when purchasing an Nvidia RTX 5090 GPU or systems equipped with the card. The 'advanced computing product purchaser declaration' is designed to prevent scalpers from exporting these high-end graphics cards to restricted markets, specifically China. While some customers support the move as a necessary step to ensure fair access to hardware, others have expressed frustration over the additional paperwork and the requirement to share personal identification with a retailer. Additionally, the store has reportedly limited purchases to one RTX 5090 per customer for life. Although the legal enforceability of the declaration remains a subject of debate, the policy serves as a significant deterrent for bulk buyers and resellers looking to profit from the current supply constraints of Nvidia's flagship GPU.