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How well do framework laptops deal with abuse? Is it solid enough to shrug off a 3 foot drop? Are the hinges any good?

• jijijijij 2y ago
  > Is it solid enough to shrug off a 3 foot drop? Which laptop can reliably shrug off a 91.44cm drop? Lol. The Framework laptop is obviously not all a Toughbook. I think it's even less sturdy, or at least stiff than a Macbook Air. However, it doesn't feel cheap, or fragile. It's just... You build it, things are not glued together, some parts only held by magnets... Feels like, it would rather spread when dropped. Like a stack of papers or Lego project. If you do actually drop it, you may need to replace the screen or chassis and reseat some connectors, I presume. If I drop my X220 I think there is a chance it will be just fine. I would absolutely not risk it. (Spillage protection is another story.) Thing is, if I break the Framework, I am absolutely certain I can check on any component, harvest the ssd, replace the screen, or even rebuild everything in like 5-15 minutes - no exaggeration. Everything is ridiculously accessible. As a whole, I would say, even more so than old Thinkpads. That said, with the lack of stiffness, I wonder how well it will handle my backpack, bike commuting and grocery shopping over time. The hinges are not great, not terrible. Can't speak for wear.
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