ASUS ROG G751JL-WH71(WX) Is this a good choice?

LAPTOP QUESTIONNAIRE

• Country of purchase: US

• Budget range: $1000 - 1200

• Purpose (netbook, ultraportable, mainstream, gaming, desktop replacement, etc.): Gaming/Media Production

• Screen size preference: 15" - 17"

• OS preference (Windows/Mac/Linux): Windows

• Gaming requirements (list example games and desired fps/settings): Fallout Medium Settings

• Other performance requirements (video editing, CAD, etc.): 3D Modeling/Texturing (Autodesk Maya, Allegorithmic Substance Programs)

• Portability requirements (constantly carried, frequently moved, mostly stationary, etc.): Frequently Moved (College Commuter)

• Brand preferences and reasons (already owned accessories, familiarity, business compatibility): N/a

• Any particular style that you like (examples are great): Any style

Which of the following qualities would you prefer? (Choose one or two)

• Long battery life -vs- Low weight -vs- High performance: High Performance

• Build quality -vs- Low price: Build Quality

List any critical features: IPS Panel, Solid Keyboard, Long Lasting and Easy to Maintain

Which features would you pay a premium for? (eg. high resolution screen, great keyboard/touchpad/audio, low noise/heat): Any of those.

I was wondering if this : http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16834232864 was a good deal and how much the 5400 RPM 1 TB harddrive would slow me down.