Is this computer worth it? (HP p7-1287c)

Here's the 411 on this computer. Costco has a maximum markup of 15% on all of the products they sell so at the original price of $699 they potentially made $105. Now this model is a closeout so HP probably made them a deal on remaining inventory so that Costco will make something on the deal. I'm using this computer right now and I can tell you that it's fast and well made. I also use it as a Plex server to stream HD video to my Roku XS and that takes some power as non native files types such as AVI must be transcoded on the fly. This computer handles all of that without any hiccups or need to rebuffer. The only weak spot (and this is true of nearly every desktop) is the integrated Intel graphics card. But the good news is that there is plenty of space inside to upgrade the card if you find that your games aren't fast enough. Other than that the specs are all there. Oh and the Realtek soundcard is excellent, way better than the gimmicky Beats audio software on some other models. The 15 in 1 media card reader is an essential for me as I use a number of different cameras, all using different media and the reader means that I don't need to find the USB cables that came with the cameras. The sale on these expires in a few days. My local Costco had sold out but managed to get a few more so check the store before heading out.