Thinkpads have better build quality than most PC laptops, though I'm not sure whether on par with the unibody design in MacBooks. My own experience is that my T

Thinkpads have better build quality than most PC laptops, though I'm not sure whether on par with the unibody design in MacBooks. My own experience is that my T410 overheats when doing serious work like encoding video. The case is sturdy, but not airtight. It's supposed to be able to withstand spills, but I've never had to find out if it really can.