A CPU is more essential to a computer than ramen for lunch is to a house.

Ability to get stickers is contingent on actually buying the CPU first. Buying ramen isn't contingent on first buying a house.

The post you replied to is saying "A rebate is de facto a discount."

Eating ramen noodles made home ownership more affordable for you.

Did you buy a batch load of ramen from the same supplier as your house?