> The problem is that when you pick a motherboard, you also pick the CPU you want. I think the issue here is that builders/gamers will be pushed into spending

> The problem is that when you pick a motherboard, you also pick the CPU you want. I think the issue here is that builders/gamers will be pushed into spending more. Right now you can get a < $100 ASRock board, pair it with a i5 3570K and a decent video card and you're off. Now you're more likely to have to grab a > $180 board if you want a top-end CPU.