This laptop is a steal for only 999$, I would most definitely recommend this over many others. Its great for an average laptop to keep and not upgrade for casual use. This laptops keyboard is very tactile, very good for typing or when your gaming. It especially is good if your longer periods of time given that the sink isn't great. But don't think the great needs being address is only to casual use, gamers can thoroughly enjoy this as well. The screen is also very smooth the higher refresh rate really does help with the games. When gaming on this not only does it not get hot, it feels good and solid. The built in mic is great to the point where when I asked my friend to tell the difference between it and my separately bought blue yeti they could not tell the difference. The blue yeti is more than 100$ and is one of the more popular microphones if you want to start a carrier online. The speakers are nice and loud as well as well so things from videos and games will be great. you can pick things up with it more than you can with a set of average headset. The brightness is also good enough that you don't have to worry about seeing it outside in the sun. The first time I used this actually it was outside and I thought it was great then. The battery life is great as well while I type this out I haven't charged my laptop today and I still aren't in danger of getting to 5%. I would definitely get this if your in the price range of 1000 or more.