I've only ever had second hand ThinkPad T series laptops and a brand new 2015 MBP. The MBP had by far the most hardware issues of any devices I ever had (second screen only on power, running hot enough to cook on it, battery life was mediocre from the start, ...). Every single ThinkPad I ever owned is still ready in my drawer. My ~15yo T420 still has like 6 hours battery life and works like a charm
The build quality thing is only true if you compare them with cheaper laptops. In the same price class you find more interesting devices IMO
The build quality thing is only true if you compare them with cheaper laptops. In the same price class you find more interesting devices IMO