That's a heck of a system to play The Sims with.
For what you use your system for, a C2D will do fine, but if you want something newer, I say go with an i5 setup.
4 years is a heck of a long time in computer years, and you're only kidding yourself if you think you can buy the best there is now to make it last 4 years. It just doesn't work that way....its like buying the most expensive car you can afford because it will last longer. In 2 years, you'll probably be handing this system to your grandmother to check her emails.
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