Very pleased with the T430. Compared to the laptop (X1 Carbon Gen 1) I was replacing:Pluses:* Came with twice the RAM (8gb vs 4gb) and SSD capacity (256gb vs 128gb).* Much better and more responsive keyboard.* Built-in DVD/RW drive.* Built like a tank.* Like new condition (refurbished by Amazon)Minuses:* A good deal heavier than the X1 carbon (5+ lbs), but does have a DVD/RW drive. I mostly use it at home, so the extra weight is not a big deal.* Lower screen resolution (1366 x 768), but I don't find the difference to be particularly noticeable.* Smaller and less responsive touchpad. With the more responsive keyboard, I'll take the trade-off.* DVD drive pops open at the slightest touch to its button. Bothersome, but not a deal breaker.Price: $235 vs ~$1,200 for the X1 Carbon in 2012.