This thing is a good value, especially when compared to today's massively inflated GPU prices. Hell, a video card I bought 4 years ago is worth more today than when I bought it.I find it performs well enough, I like the keyboard. Device feels sturdy. SSD is a big upgrade for anyone who hasn't had one before. This may be standard issue on modern laptops, but I quite like that the audio in and out are one port, so you can easily use an xbox style headset.My only gripe would be it has a terribly short battery life when being used for games. I guess that is kind of par for the course and that wouldn't be a problem but when plugged in and gaming, even with the fans on high and an additional fan from a base, the GPU hits 91 degrees and I unplug the power supply to lower the temp (it goes right down to 70 or so)  I think the proximity of the gpu to the power supply is the problem, unfortunately.I worry over time that will shorten the lifespan.