3D printing vs PC building
3D printing and PC building have 95% in common. Here is how they differ on time, cost and feel, so you can pick the one that fits your week.
| What | 3D printing | PC building |
|---|---|---|
| Time a week | 3 hours a week | 2 hours a week |
| Who with | On your own | On your own |
| You end up with | Something you made | Something you made |
| Feels | Lively | Lively |
| To start | $250 | $800 |
Choose 3D printing if
- Cheaper to start
- Easier to do alone
About $250 to start, then about $15 a month.
Choose PC building if
- Costs more to start
- More social
About $800 to start, then about $15 a month.
What you'll need
- 3D printing: 3D Printer, Digital Caliper, Flush Cutters, Print service Full cost breakdown
- PC building: About $800 to start, then about $15 a month. Full cost breakdown