Summary: We wanted a larger screen (17.3) and this computer offered the best screen and graphics for an affordable price. Gave this computer to my son for Christmas.
Summary: I love this computer. I always try to max out the ram, but with 8 gigs it screams through several open programs, and you never see the hour glass.
Summary: I agree with the other review posted; for the amount of money spent the screen and specs are really good. Personally I have no issues using Windows 8.
Summary: I like the 17.3 inch screen, it works great, and the price was right. I'm so glad I didn't get a laptop with a small 15 inch screen. Battery charges fast.
Summary: ... unless you like things that run like they're ten years old. I recently "upgraded" from a 3 year old HP and this thing runs slower out of the box than my HP ever did.
Summary: when i opened the box, keep in mind this was "brand new", there was a hand print on the screen, hand rest marks beside the keypad. its a nice laptop.
Summary: This laptop is probably the best bang for your buck out there right now. I purchased this laptop because I needed a portable computer to take with me to classes for notes...