Wanting an HP all-in-one, but told that all-in-ones don't last as long as towers...?

[WantHPIQ8002]

I am interested in the HP ENVY All-in-One 32-a0055.

However, I have been told, and read in several places, that all-in-ones (because of the lack of space in the chassis, the heat produced, the lack of ventilation like there is in towers, etc.) don't last as long as a tower and monitor setup.

I have had several HP tower and monitor setups over the years (this last one is going on 10 years now) and have had no problems with any of them.

Just concerned about going the all-in-one route.

[old_geekster]

@WantHPIQ8002 , welcome to the forum.

A lot depends on what you do with your computer if an AIO is for you.  HP has been making AIO computers for many years.  I have not seen any complaints on these Forums regarding dependability.  If you look at the new notebooks/laptops it becomes clear that they are getting thinner every year.  Again, I hear no complaints.  The key to having any computer last longer is keeping them clean.  With thinner computers this is even more important.

[wb2001]

@WantHPIQ8002 

I agree with @old_geekster  that you need to comment on your needs.

If your quite content with non-serious game play, then a AIO might suffice. just look at the CPU specifications VERY carefully. Buying less than a 3Ghz processor is going to make you unhappy.

https://h30434.www3.hp.com/t5/Desktop-Hardware-and-Upgrade-Questions/Upgrade-very-slow-desktop/m-p/7...