not sure what would've happened if i got a card from nvidia, because i know there's a mysterious office with the nvidia logo pretty nearby where i live
Unless you're ordering it directly from Nvidia, instead of a partner or retailer, that shouldn't make a difference.
be prepared to not be able to use it, the drivers are going to crash the stuff out of your games. Also when it does happen come here with what the notification says.
Tbh you're the only person I've heard of having issues