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Small linux-friendly laptop (lemdro.id)

submitted 2 months ago by [email protected] to c/[email protected]

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I'm looking for a portable, very compact linux laptop.

Screen size: 12 inch or smaller Weight: less than 1 kg (2.2 pounds) Full hd screen

I did some googling and i only found a CHUWI laptop that suffers from an overheating issue.

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[–] [email protected] 35 points 2 months ago (2 children)

Just go with a Framework 13. Yes it's 13 inch instead of 12 inch. But you will get the best possible Linux laptop out there. And it's also fully repairable and upgradable. I have the latest Framework 13 AMD 7040, yes AMD. And... do not forget to select the new 2.8k display. Allowing for the first time to just select 200% DPI scaling that just works for Linux! So no scaling issues.! https://frame.work/nl/en/products/laptop-diy-13-gen-amd/configuration/new

And select "7640U - 2.8K Display".

[–] [email protected] 6 points 2 months ago (1 children)

I need something super compact and below 1kg.

[–] [email protected] 12 points 2 months ago (1 children)

Framework laptop 13 is just a bit above 1kg. It's 1.3kg... It is worth weighing this choice (you get the joke? hah, guhmm). If you really need something super compact and very light, maybe a old-school "netbook" will do.

Like the GPD WIN Mini (7 inch, that is super compact, right?).. But really get a Framework laptop hehe.

[–] [email protected] 3 points 2 months ago (1 children)

Lol. Did you see GPD's 10 inch laptop?

[–] [email protected] 8 points 2 months ago

Yes I know about GPD 10 inch laptop. If you what "super compact", then go for 7 inch right :P

[–] [email protected] 5 points 2 months ago (1 children)

One day they will wake up & provide an OLED option with 100% DCI-P3

[–] [email protected] 3 points 2 months ago

Keep dreaming :D