Very good user reviews on Amazon Most powerful processor available Large amount of memory sufficient for memory intensive applications Uses conventional harddrive. Higer power consumption, lower shock resistance and longer startup time compared to solid state drive(SSD). 3.4 hrs battery life is less than average Medium GPU allows playing most demanding games, but only at low detail settings and resolution, and less demanding games (WoW, Sims3, etc) at high settings and resolution GPU is not suitable for latest, demanding games (Assassin's creed, Black Ops 2, etc) at high or medium detail settings and resolution 17.3" screen suitable as desktop replacement and gaming; not ideal for portability Economy display with resolution of 1600 x 900; screen space sufficient for most purposes but less than ideal for graphics design, programming etc Built in CD/DVD drive; allows watching movies and software installation from CD/DVD Integrated webcam for video chatting Processor is more powerful than necessary for typical tasks such as multi-tasking, internet, music, movies, productivity(Word, Spreadsheets, etc), basic photo and video editing. Could downgrade to save money |