Pros: Very sleek. Perfectly non-squished keyboard layout. Widescreen is nice. Speakers aren't bad. Wireless capabilities are tops. Monitor sits behind the base rather than on top to allow more space. Runs EQ2 on high quality settings flawlessly. Overall, this is the best bang for your buck laptop you will find on newegg. I'm extremely pleased, and will be buying a second one for my wife shortly.

Cons: Gets really warm. If you are buying a 1000 dollar laptop, why not shell out an extra 50 for a laptop cooler? I did, and everything stays nice and cool all day long. Use your head when you buy expensive things, not your wallets.

Overall Review: It comes preloaded with an out of date flash player. Simple update, but can't fullscreen in IE without the update for videos. Not really a con though.

Pros: Extreme gaming laptop that runs extremely hot. Bought this and it never goes above 53C. Absolutely ideal for anyone with heating issues or worries. I also love how it tips the keyboard up a bit to you can rest easier while typing with minimal wrist irritation.

Cons: Don't put this on your lap.

Overall Review: Heavy. As it is a sitting station, it's ok to be heavy so not really a con. My 17" Toshiba is already a heavy system. With this cooler, it's a monster!