[hbgl]

I would buy a Thinkpad over the Framework laptop in a heartbeat. Better keyboard (actual arrow keys!), track point, better hinges, matte screen, more ports, better warranty options. The only real negative is that Lenovo chose to solder the RAM in newer models.

Being able to reuse the chassis is good idea but the implementation is lacking.

[IE6]

> Being able to reuse the chassis is good idea but the implementation is lacking.

I find this statement interesting - could you expand on this? IIRC they just delivered on this promise which included (1) a new intel 12th gen mainboard as a drop-in replacement for their 11th gen mainboard and (2) an optional new chassis lid to resolve issues with the original chassis.

Disclaimer: I'm both a Thinkpad and Framework fanboy.

[hbgl]

As I understand it, the big selling point for the 4 modular ports is that it allows future motherboards to fit the older chassis. The drawback is that you only have four ports to customize.

What they could have easily done instead is to use the same port layout for as long as possible. Let's say Ethernet, 2x USB-A, HDMI, 3.5mm jack, and as many USB-C ports as they can reasonably fit. That would be good enough for at least 3 years and probably way longer. In my opinion 3-5+ years backwards compatibility is good enough. Of course this is only me saying this from my armchair.