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Sunk Cost calculator shows when local LLM hardware pays for itself

rlindsey123 launches Sunk Cost payback calculator

1 Sep 14 9:37 PM · 13d ago · 1 article · 1 post · 2 sources · development 1 of 5

Developer releases tool that calculates how long it takes for local LLM hardware to pay for itself against API token costs. Input includes machine specs, model choice, and daily token usage. Tool ranks models by capability and payback speed.

“I kept hearing "just buy a Mac and run models locally, it pays for itself" and wanted to check.”

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  1. 1 outlet Show HN: Sunk Cost – How long until a local LLM rig pays for itself?

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