Editorial methodology.

Part data sourcing

Every part's technical specifications - sockets, TDP, dimensions, memory support, power requirements, PCIe generation - comes from the manufacturer's official documentation. AMD, Intel, NVIDIA, ASUS, MSI, Gigabyte, ASRock, Corsair, Cooler Master, Deepcool, Noctua, Seasonic, and so on.

Where the spec sheet is ambiguous (Indian SKUs sometimes differ from international ones in subtle ways - fan counts, included accessories, warranty term length), I err toward the conservative number: the one most likely to cause a build to fail if I'm wrong about it.

Part data is re-verified when manufacturers issue revisions, BIOS-flagged compatibility updates, or when a new platform launch changes the picture.

The compatibility engine

GetPC runs 16 compatibility rules against every build in real time. The current ruleset:

• Socket match - CPU socket must match motherboard socket exactly.
• RAM type match - DDR4 RAM in a DDR5 board will not POST.
• RAM speed envelope - overclocked memory needs a board that supports EXPO/XMP profiles.
• PSU wattage headroom - estimated total system draw plus 20-30% headroom must fit under PSU rating.
• PSU connector availability - GPUs requiring 12VHPWR or multiple 8-pin connectors are flagged against PSUs without them.
• Case GPU clearance - GPU length must fit case's max GPU support spec.
• Case cooler clearance - air cooler height must fit case's max cooler support.
• Cooler-CPU TDP rating - cooler's rated TDP must meet or exceed CPU's rated TDP.
• RAM clearance under cooler - tall RAM modules vs cooler RAM clearance, especially on Noctua D15 / dual-tower designs.
• Motherboard form factor in case - ATX boards in mATX cases don't mount.
• BIOS chain - newer CPUs in older boards may need BIOS Flashback or a pre-flash. Flagged with which vendors offer pre-flashing.
• Storage interface availability - M.2 NVMe drives need an M.2 slot, SATA drives need a SATA port.
• Sufficient PCIe slots - GPU slot width vs available case expansion slots.
• Display output availability - CPU without iGPU requires a discrete GPU at boot.
• Cooler-socket compatibility - cooler must support the CPU socket family (AM5 vs AM4 vs LGA 1700 vs LGA 1851).
• Memory channels populated - recommends matching kits for dual-channel; flags single-stick configs.

Every issue the engine raises includes a hint explaining what's wrong and what to do about it. No cryptic codes.

Catalogue size and freshness

The catalogue currently has 150 parts, weighted toward current-generation hardware that Indian buyers can actually purchase today. We deliberately don't list every part ever made - only what you can buy from the four main Indian vendors right now.

Distribution at the time of writing: 23 CPUs, 29 motherboards, 15 RAM kits, 22 GPUs, 15 PSUs, 18 cases, 13 coolers, 15 storage drives.

Pricing

All prices are indicative, in Indian Rupees, GST-inclusive. They're sourced from the listing prices at MDComputers, PrimeABGB, Amazon India, and Flipkart at the time of verification.

Single source of truth. Every price lives in one file (parts.json). When a price changes, it propagates to every page that mentions that part - parts listings, builder, future templates and guides. There's no chance of an article saying ₹8,500 while the parts page says ₹9,000.

Verification date stamped on every page. Look for the “Prices verified: [date]” pill on the build pages. That's when these prices were last cross-checked against Indian retailers. Prices within ±5-10% are normal between verifications.

Actual live pricing is shown when you click through to a vendor - that's the price you pay. If a vendor's price has drifted significantly from ours, the verification date will tell you it's time we updated.

Warranty & parallel imports

This is one of the most consequential things the site tracks. Every part is flagged with its import status:

• Official - sold through the manufacturer's Indian distributor network (e.g. Rashi for NVIDIA, Acro for ASUS). Full warranty support through Indian service centers, RMA timeline typically 2-4 weeks.
• Parallel import - genuine product but entered India through unofficial channels. Manufacturer warranty harder to claim; relies on seller's replacement policy. Price is typically 8-15% lower. Risk increases with the value of the part.
• Both available - both official and parallel stock circulate. Check the listing details on the vendor page before buying; the price gap will tell you which channel you're looking at.

We don't hide parallel imports or refuse to acknowledge them. They exist; they're legal; sometimes they're the right choice. We just want you to know what you're buying.

Vendor links and how affiliate works

Outbound vendor links go to Indian vendors I've personally bought from and trust:

• MDComputers - official distributor partner for most enthusiast brands. Best for high-end builds. Will flash AM5 BIOS on request before shipping.
• PrimeABGB - wide stock, competitive pricing, custom-build service. Customer support can be inconsistent but stock is legitimate.
• Amazon India - best for easy returns and warranty backup. Watch for third-party sellers listing parallel-import stock at suspiciously low prices.
• Flipkart - competitive for mainstream parts, occasional good sale prices around Big Billion Days and Republic Day.

I receive a small commission on purchases made through these affiliate links. The price you pay is identical either way - the vendor pays the commission, not you. No part is recommended because it pays more. See the affiliate disclosure for the full picture.

What this site is not

For clarity on the things it gets accused of being:

• Not an AI content farm. Every piece of writing is done by me. AI is used as an editor (grammar, structure suggestions), not as a writer.
• Not a price-comparison aggregator. We don't scrape vendors in real time. Prices are verified manually so they can be trusted in context.
• Not sponsored. No manufacturer pays for placement. I've been offered this; the answer is no.
• Not run by a team. One person. Me.

Corrections

If you spot an error - wrong spec, outdated price, broken vendor link, missing part - tell me. I'll fix it and credit you if you want. Site is small enough that I can respond personally, usually within a day.