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

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In short

The platform evaluates listings by reading product URLs or uploaded images to detect hardware specifications using artificial intelligence. It compares the total retail price with current market-based component estimates to generate a final deal grade. Users receive a shareable report containing dated part estimates and verification links. The service is currently in an active testing phase as its features, reports, and grading methodologies continue to evolve.

Key points

  • The generated reports provide dated part values and direct links that users can print, em…: The generated reports provide dated part values and direct links that users can print, email, or share.
  • United States users can currently access the beta tool for free without creating an accou…: United States users can currently access the beta tool for free without creating an account.
  • Ongoing development means the system's scoring methods, features, and reporting formats r…: Ongoing development means the system's scoring methods, features, and reporting formats remain subject to change.

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A PowerSpec G531 listed at $1,399.99 received an A against a parts estimate of about $1,569. See the identified specs, price dates and comparison.

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