I can't recommend this system for heavy duty gaming.  This is perfect for every day use.  My normal activities never strain its capacity.  Surfing the internet, word processing, code development, and so on are all well within its capacity.  Now, if you want to pop open the case and start adding thing you will probably be disappointed.  The power supply is only 45 watts, which is perfect for the computer as is, but it you start loading additional components you will cause problems.  I love mine, and I love the quiet.  It's surprising how much stress fan noise creates.Update 8/23Well its dead.  It worked nicely for a while, and now it won't boot up any more.  I reinstall the OS several times but couldn't get it to boot.  I won't buy this brand any more.