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A builder argues that overspending on a power supply, CPU cooler, motherboard, and case provides more long-term value than a faster GPU or CPU. These components often outlive multiple upgrade cycles, while flashier parts get replaced every two to three years. A cheap PSU can limit future upgrades and force an extra $150 expense.
An XDA editor who has built x86 PCs for over a decade now questions whether his next computer will be one. His daily driver is an M4 Pro MacBook Pro, which handles development and writing faster and quieter than his PC. The PC now only serves for gaming, and Arm gaming has shown promise.
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