Yes that is truly possible as their are two sources for Intel chips:-
Official Intel authorised distributor
Grey channel.
Grey stock is always cheaper, but of course we loose all our support on the product from intel, warranty, rebate, marketing etc.
As such we stick to official channels only, but of course for the end user it makes little difference unless the etailor you purchase from refuses to deal with a return as Intel can refuse to deal with it as well.
So that potentially explain why some places can have even lower prices.
