Hello folks, I am currently in the market for a new laptop and I want to hear from people who have hand-on experience with Linux laptops. I am currently looking at framework and tuxedo laptops, but I know very little about these companies and have a hard time finding anyone who have actually used one of their laptops.
I would appreciate getting in touch with anyone having direct hand-on experience with products from these companies (or another company that you feel should be considered) and let me know what you think of their products and the company itself.
I am interested in companies that support the right to repair and offer good warranties for their products and I need a laptop with modern hardware and a low weight.
I still have my first gen (first batch) framework laptop that I abuse daily. Had to replace the CPU fan on it but that’s about it and it was really easy.
I’ve always had Fedora or a derivative installed without issue other than the standard 1st gen stuff like battery life. Overall really great experience.
Now one thing I’ll say and it might apply for other brands as well, it’s really picky in term of docking station. If you intend to use one search the community forum first.
I have a framework 16 and it’s been great so far. I’ve had tumbleweed, nixos, and now Gentoo on it, and haven’t had any issue. It’s pricey, it’s modular nature means it can be a little rough around the edges (the panels on the left and right of the touchpad aren’t flush with the case), but I really like their goal and approach.
