I think there are two issues with your analysis. First, the problem you describe is an expected one to have for a relatively new brand. And for a new, novel wa

I think there are two issues with your analysis. First, the problem you describe is an expected one to have for a relatively new brand. And for a new, novel way of making old laptop components useful. While you may be right it's a problem to solve, I don't think it's existential. Which leads me to my second point. I think framework laptops are fairly high quality, regardless of whether I find myself upgrading the motherboard alone. I like the screen form factor, the easily replaceable battery, and the modular ports. And like others have said, the resale value of PC laptops is low. I have a stack of them at home because I never expect to get more than shipping for them, since technology moves so quickly in laptop space.