(Ir)Responsible?

[Beirut]

If you've got the cash to blow...

You could save some money by getting a slower CPU perhaps. Some of the new ones cost $1000Cdn. Sure you might get 251FPS in FEAR, but a $500 CPU will still get you 100FPS and it's not like you would notice the difference.

I find staying about a year behind the times gives me a really good machine for a reasonble amount of money.

[LeftEyeNine]

If you're into PC's and gaming and you can afford it, do afford it. Simple rule gained after 12 years of PC experience.