I agree, I liked the YF-23 better, the black widow was beautiful. It was faster and had a smaller radar cross section if memory serves me right. So i was quite surprised when the F-22 won, especially since the YF-22 crashed during testing- i thought that would have gave the lead to the YF-23.
The F-35, although it is saving cost for 1 general airframe, whenever someone does that, it limits its capability in order to support its multi-task role. I remember the Australian review board said the F-35 can't turn, can't climb, can't fight. But only time will tell.