I got this computer just a couple of days ago and it is as fast as I expected. That is to say, it's a great step up from what I was using before. This is great for as it says entry level gaming and while you can get bigger and badder systems, this is a great start for someone who isn't looking to go into professional gaming. The video card suprised me with 4 connections (3 displayport, 1 HDMI) and I am pleased to say that the system is EXTREMELY quiet.All in all, this is a great system for the price, particularly if you don't know or don't care to build your own. Even if you do know how to, you're not going to get much more "on paper" for the price if you use a legitimate version of Windows. At best you'll get a mobo that you know more about, but again unless you're going into professional gaming or something similar, it isn't going to do you much if any good. I absolutely would go back in time and tell myself to buy this system sooner.