I have both a MacBook Pro and a Chromebook (Samsung Pro). The Chromebook has quickly become my go-to computer, and I never feel like I'm just "getting by" on it.

I also replaced a LEAF with a Tesla. Ever since doing that, my girlfriend has been asking to go back to the LEAF, because it got the job done just fine and wasn't complicated.

I tend to spend 8+ hours/day in front of my computer. I spend 30 minutes to an hour in my car each day, and I would prefer zero. That is why.

Replace ChromeBook with second hand Thinkpad and you have a very valid question (in my opinion).