> > I know that price is only a part of the equation for hobbyist and stude=
nts.
> > But still what exactly does a $5 PIC18F2620 offer that is lacking in a =
$2
> > 16F1938 that justifies the choice over a series of projects?
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> Speaking of which, I have noticed that PIC24 parts are no more
> expensive, and often *less* expensive than comparable PIC16/18 parts.
> If you are just getting started and need to invest substantial time
> learning a new architecture, there is a *lot* to be said with just
> starting out with PIC24 if you want to go with the MicroChip brand.

The one thing against PIC24 series chips is that they are almost all 3.3V d=
evices, and the internal core voltage rectifier requires extra bypassing. T=
here is the FV series of PIC24 chips which are 5V devices though, and if th=
e OP wants to go the pIC24 route I would recommend using these ones.
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