ULPT: Swapping PC Parts
Posted by thexgreatxpotatoex@reddit | UnethicalLifeProTips | View on Reddit | 8 comments
Anyone ever try buying a PC and then swapping out components prior to returning? (SSD, RAM, GPUs ect.)
My thought is that they are components within the machine so they aren't going to notice until a while after especially if returning to a store and just telling them it doesn't work. Thoughts?
property_of_Dami@reddit
I think they would know immediately, they just have to open the case and look at it for like 30 seconds
OhTheHueManatee@reddit
I worked at Best Buy customer service for over 5 years. Never once did I open a desktop or laptop to check if the components were inside. Often we didn't even check the inside of the box unless the return it was clearly opened when the customer said it wasn't and over $1000.
thexgreatxpotatoex@reddit (OP)
👀 so you’re saying there’s a chance 😂
FriendlyKob98@reddit
This only may work at like a Walmart, and also only really if all parts have the brand they should have
Jumpy-Ad6470@reddit
I think that may depend on the retailer.
Buy custom high end, likelihood of noticing is high. Espeically with places like newegg or custom build sites.
Buying a mid tier pc from walmart you might get away with it. btw walmart will likely prosecute.
thexgreatxpotatoex@reddit (OP)
Wouldn't think about doing it with a custom high end build, but target, walmart, best buy, ect. seem like they'd be too big to notice. My guess is it would be tough to prosecute paying in cash no?
Jumpy-Ad6470@reddit
avoid best buy as their employees generally apply there because they like technology in some form.
I don't see how it would be tough to prosecute. You will be on camera purchasing it with cash. You will be on camera returning it. Your cash purchase will be linked to the serial number of that pc. Either QC with returns will notice, they resale it and the customer notices, or you get away with it.
On $800+ and buying cash make sure you keep that receipt. Expect a like a $50 stocking fee. Expect to also be mailed a check instead of cash. That check will have your government name on it if you wish to cash it.
thexgreatxpotatoex@reddit (OP)
I had no idea that it would be a check instead of cash. That throws a big wrench in things. Thanks for the reply. If I end up doing it I'll circle back and let you know.