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6-10 years. But I buy a really advanced laptop to start with. My previous laptop was a Lenovo T410 upgraded to a 2TB hard drive. Bought that in 2010, only repl

• jimmyvalmer 5y ago
  It's a bizarre objective function that optimizes for latest-greatest at distant points in time. If you bought two-year-old models in 2012 and 2022, you'd get the same power for half the investment.
  • simonblack 5y ago
    Yes, I would get a cheaper deal. But I would also get an 'unknown history' with a second-hand machine, as well as no warranty at all. I'm quite happy with 'factory-refurbished' stuff sold through manufacturer's dealerships: I've bought several low-use Mercedes cars that way. When you have sufficient money for your needs, it's better to have years of peace of mind than temporarily having more cash-on-hand. (I know that sounds horribly pretentious, but I can't think of a better way to state the philosophy.) There's an old saying, probably ascribed to the clothing business, that says "Quality remains, long after price has been forgotten." that is close, but not quite what I'm trying to say.
    • jimmyvalmer 5y ago
      Respect. All points are well taken.