Show HN: I built a tool that prices a prebuilt PC part by part

(pcdealcheck.com)

32 points | by adlep 2 hours ago

6 comments

  • chrisgarand 1 minute ago
    I like the idea, I tried using it, however it gave me the following error: New photo and listing checks are currently available in the United States. More regions coming soon. You can still view saved reports.

    At first I tried with a Canadian website, so I tried with a US url (the message confused me), but it still gave me the error, I checked the response and got the following:

    { "error": "New photo and listing checks are currently available in the United States. More regions coming soon. You can still view saved reports.", "code": "read_region_unavailable", "recovery": "region" }

    I figur it checks the requester's ip location.

  • adlep 47 minutes ago
    Thank you for nice comments. This is just a self financed prototype that will get better with use! I appreciate your time with testing/using the site. Lets not get ripped off! I expect the supply to get even tighter and prices going higher unfortunately. Local AI models, GIS/digital twins uses, robot training, VR, of course gamers, content creators, casual users, and of course people overseas all will be competing for similar hardware.
  • robinpie 7 minutes ago
    I really appreciate the lightweight website!
  • creativeSlumber 1 hour ago
    Hey, cool project. Whenever I've seen a deal on a pre-built PC I've always wondered, hey, how much would this cost if I built it myself from parts.

    Some feedback on your website. I would suggest moving the "try it" from the bottom of the page towards the top of the page so that visitors don't have to look for it.

    • adlep 52 minutes ago
      Cool beans! Thanks for your comment and pointers. Ill move it down a bit to make it easier to "try"... And btw: please, try it yourself and keep on checking deals! Let me know what you think. The price engine/scoring will change most likely as this is just a prototype that I want to have discussion about. And I hope the service will be helpful! Lets not get ripped off! I check prices every day at around 8:00am
  • SirFatty 22 minutes ago
    Very cool... appreciate the work put into this!
    • adlep 10 minutes ago
      Thank you, feel free to bookmark and use as at least some point of reference.
  • BatFastard 1 hour ago
    Great site! Nicely laid out, clear results.

    I was disappointed to see Costco selling high margin PCs.

    • BatFastard 1 hour ago
      One more thought, as you build up links and get an idea of who is selling lower margin PCs, you could recommend those sites. Perhaps even earning a small commission. Doing a service and making a little cash, win win.
      • adlep 51 minutes ago
        that is the intent as well as paid for deal alerts for B and A rated offers. Please use the site and let me know if youll get any problems! We will get much better with use and feedback! Lets not get ripped off! I expect more demand as local llm users buy out more.