Hi, > Intel quad core processor --- dual quad core? > 8GB of memory > Geforece 8800 Ultra --- SLI? > 1TB storage > Gigabit network, etc. IMHO, while benchmarking on strong systems gives interesting results too , we should stick to average systems. But for that purpose I now have a new laptop(intel core 2 duo, gf 7400) with a vista installation, so if I can get the apps going on vista I can compare them to wine. Although my laptop is rather expensive too, so not an average device, but its expensive because its a mobile device and not a desktop replacement laptop.