> unfortunately only Apple is able to build something that works in all areas that matter: sleeps when lid closed, wakes when lid opens, touchpad and display don’t suck

In my case I'd add:

- Chassis that doesn't flex like crazy

- Battery life good enough that I typically don't need to think about AC outlet accessibility

- Can sit in standby for upwards of a week without battery drain forcing it to shut down

- Is inaudible except when maxing out CPU or GPU for several minutes

- Has a screen panel with a resolution that's either 1x or 2x UI scaling native

The number of laptops in the market that check these boxes is disappointingly tiny.