Mine is on its last leg! [USA $700 durable, light gaming and work]

Hello! I have been reading through the posts here for recommendations, but am ultimately paranoid enough to ask for my specific recommendations. I currently have a Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 (14ALC7) which has done me well but the monitor keeps chipping and cannot bend without giving me a heart attack ... and the battery overheats a lot now after many years of use. It has also been repaired a few times now that I think it's time to move on.

LAPTOP QUESTIONNAIRE

Country: USA

Budget: $700 but willing to splurge if it is known to be durable and long-lasting.

Are you open to refurbs/used options? Yes!

Screen size: 14-17" (around 15.6" preferred; 'bag-friendly')

Weight limit: Any

Purpose: Movies (720p typically), light gaming (levels set low for games), nothing heavy beyond that. General purpose.

Form factor: No preference. 2-in-1/touchscreen not utilized if available.

Intended Usage: Lowest graphics levels for games like Sims 4 and Civilization 6... but without making my laptop feel like a volcano.

Desired battery life: No firm preference but appreciated (4hr?)

Priority: Performance, Size, Battery, Weight

Info/Requirements: I shy away from Macbooks and am most comfortable with Windows OS.