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Old 12-02-2009, 04:23 PM   #19
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The reason I wanted an i7 in the first place is because I wanted this pc to last as long as possible. Not just to do what I mentioned. I had no intention of having to build another pc within the next year or 2. In terms of the price budget, I get a rebate at work which is 20% of the cost or up to a max of 350. I guess I'll just stick with the 800 budget.
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you're only kidding yourself if you think the more you spend now = the longer it will last.

does a $100,000 car last longer than a $20,000 car? no.

As long as your needs don't increase, a basic dual core setup will last.
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