[analogpixel]

so in 8 years, I'll be able to buy a new CPU and it'll work in that old laptop?

[kybernetikos]

Quite possibly yes. The level of upgradeability they've given their Framework 13 line over the years has been very impressive, and you can still put the latest CPU in the original chassis if you want. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JSxgCEpkiKM