I need advice! stupid laptop.

Unfortunately it is easy to get caught up in the "latest and greatest" when it comes to computers. $4800 is a boat-load of money! Was it the highest end gaming computer at the time?

Anyway, if you decide to buy another pc just wanted to NOT recommend Toshiba. Their prices are really nice but mine, my nephews, and 2 friends have had to get warranty repairs within 2 years of owning one. And those $20 laptop cooling stations are worth their weight in gold.