You might also look at the model number. The last letters show the warranty period from EVGA. -AR at the end means a lifetime warranty if it was registered. I have found EVGA to be extremely good on the warranties of the products. They have always stood behind them and even sent me upgraded cards (465 to a 470 and 2x 570's in exchange for bad 470's). They also have a great tech support line at EVGA.com. Try it.