Windows Vista to make PCs 20% more expensive, says iSuppli

[techtronic]

The introduction of Windows Vista will have an immediate impact on the investment that is required to build a PC. The often discussed memory upgrade that is required to achieve a decent Windows Vista experience, will increase the bill of materials by about 20%, market research firm iSuppli estimates in a report released today.

Source : http://www.tgdaily.com/2006/12/08/cost_of_vista_pcs/

[nishant_nms]

It even made my old PC expensive. Due to upgrade

[Kiran_tech_mania]

Very true. But technology is growing rapidly. Chips are becoming smaller, more powerful and more efficient. One of the best example is from Intel. Intel core 2 Duo, which is BIG answer to AMD. I understand it is expensive, but with time it will become cheaper. Similarly it is now the case with OS.

[Ankur Gupta]

yes rightly said by Kiran_tech_mania....i too support his views...
This high pricing strategy by microsoft wont help it reduce piracy in the world....
Coz i ws thinking of buying vista had it been priced around 5k bucks but 20k is well outta budget....

[ravi_9793]

I also agree with @kiran
We sud adapt the change in technology...

[techtronic]

^^ But the cost is unacceptable buddy
If they would have fixed Vista Ultimate @ 10K it would have been a good bargain