We weren't looking for anything too fancy when we bought two of these for our kids.  However, one shipped missing hardware, and the other shipped with pieces that didn't have holes drilled for the hardware.  It was fairly easy to order replacement parts from the manufacturer, presumably because it happens so often.  It was more of a nuisance than anything.  Construction is laminated MDF.  
Incidentally, we saw the exact same desk today at Walmart for $38.

Pros: Inexpensive; pleasant looking
Cons: Cheaply made.  Missing parts