difference between Arduino and Fake arduino

[Arduino99]

I bought a arduino mega 2560 but it wasent from arduino it was from some other distributor
is there a difference between a fake mega and a official?

[CrossRoads]

Usually quality control. And maybe counterfeit parts.

[1ChicagoDave]

I bought a arduino mega 2560 but it wasent from arduino it was from some other distributor
is there a difference between a fake mega and a official?

If you post some clear, close-up photos...we may be able to tell you more.