It's reasonably rigid and it's a good size for a desk.  I do wish it were more rigid, but that's my opinion on most desks to begin with, maybe I'm just an energetic typist.  The laminate looks good but the edges are a bit sharp, make sure you have a well-adjusted chair if you're going to use this desk.  I used a folding chair at this desk for a week before I got a task chair, and the folding chair was too low so I ended up with swelling on my arms from bumping against the edge of the desk.  I'm still happy enough with it, I'd rather save money on the desk and spend it on the chair.