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> The difference in build quality, materials, and tolerances between a MacBook Pro and a Lenovo are still obvious Yes, ThinkPads are still some of the most stu
by JoachimSchipper 16y ago
> The difference in build quality, materials, and tolerances between a MacBook Pro and a Lenovo are still obvious
Yes, ThinkPads are still some of the most sturdy laptops around while MacBooks tend to need more support/repairs. Of course Apple's (repair) service is very good, and MacBooks do look nice(r), but "build quality" means something else to me.
- tomjen3 16y agoMacBooks are really, really nice to look at and Lenovos computers aren't as good as IBMs used to be, but I have to agree with you - thinkpads are still the best computers out there if you want solid hardware that is designed to be _used_ not admired.
- Timothee 16y agoI agree with you, having had my share of back-and-forth with Apple Care. But I think there's the build quality vs. the durability of the products. For me, Apple products win in build quality in the sense that the pieces are cleanly fabricated, properly aligned, don't wiggle, shake or bend, etc. I've had a ThinkPad and was disappointed from that point of view. Certainly better than many other brands (Dell, Toshiba), but still a bit under Apple. But as I said, Apple does have some issues of durability. (e.g. MacBook's plastic cases, iPod/iPhone earbuds...)
- dougp 16y agoEvery Lenovo I have used at work in the past 2 years has put out this super high pitched sound. Like the sound you could hear from an old tv. It drives me absolutely out of my mind to the point where I have to wear headphones when using one.