That 5 year item is a killer. To get there I'd have to look at the Mac Pro such as http://www.amazon.com/Apple-Mac-Pro-ME253LL-Desktop/dp/B00747YRWO which blows your budget over by many times.
Bob
Hi folks. This is my first topic here, I was looking for some computer discussion where are some pros that could give me some advice. Hopefuly I am on right place.
First - I am graphic designer I usually work with really high res images and lots of layers in Photoshop, until now I was working on laptop but as my bussines grow I'd like to move to something more serious as my laptop doesn't really keep a pace with me.
Now I have $1500 budget for new computer. I require some really quality screen. I have one avarage 21"LG already which will work as secondary screen. I need really accurate color reproduction. As for machine itself, I don't really know what market offers these days but it has to be powerful enough to serve my graphic needs at least 5yrs forward. I am not sure what I need (I guess lots of RAM and powerfull processor).
Please give me some tips for best price/quality ratio. Also do I need to build it myself or I better buy something already built? Thanks very much for responses!!!

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