> * Lenovo Thinkpad - A little more configurable than a MacBook, and much better value, but still difficult to repair. Missing premium features like an Aluminium case.

difficult to repair? They're super easy to repair! My T430 even came with a bay to access the RAM and hard drive without opening the case up.

Also replacing things like keyboard usually is only 2 screws even on the newer models.

All screws are standard philips too.

Lenovo also published comprehensive repair guides for all their thinkpad laptops.