It’s not my dream machine, but it has been the best possible machine I could have hoped for for the price. This is definitely priced appropriately. They did a great job balancing necessity and need. For example, how many people use ethernet in order to connect to the Internet? There is no ethernet port and there’s also no more CD ROM drive. So the price reflects that.. If you want a bargain, you’ve found it. It’s up to you to know how to maximize its potential.  I upgraded the ram, and installed a 2TB hard drive because of how much music I use.