Yes, MacBooks are generally more expensive to repair, but they also tend to not need repairs. It’s quite normal to hear from people who are using their 7+ year old MacBook without any issues and are still perfectly happy with it. I myself still use my 2018 MacBook Pro as my main device.
When considering longevity, I will agree that Thinkpads are probably the only device that can compete with MacBooks. But there are trade-offs.
MacBooks are going to be lighter, better battery life, and have better displays. Not to mention MacOS, which is my preferred OS.
Thinkpads usually have great Linux support and swappable hardware for those who like to tinker with their devices. They also tend to be more durable, but this adds more weight.
When considering longevity, I will agree that Thinkpads are probably the only device that can compete with MacBooks. But there are trade-offs.
MacBooks are going to be lighter, better battery life, and have better displays. Not to mention MacOS, which is my preferred OS.
Thinkpads usually have great Linux support and swappable hardware for those who like to tinker with their devices. They also tend to be more durable, but this adds more weight.