I never said it was $2200. With all the bells and whistles (and to still be usable for the next 10 years for other purposes when it gets downgraded to other proposes), it costs more than that.

My oldest PC still being used is an original i7 975 Extreme PC from 10 years ago for my old Windows 7 games. I never get rid of a PC unless it no longer functions or have zero use for any other tasks.

I used to build my own PC's years ago, but I found that I can get exactly what I want by buying from places like CyberPower and the same price (since they buy in bulk) as my putting it together without all the hassles in making sure everything works from the get go.

But again, it goes back to what you are willing to spend in time, effort and resources to accomplish your goals.