Ask HN: Whats the Best Linux Supported Notebook 2019?

10 pointsdexcs6y ago10 comments

I need a new notebook for work. Running ubuntu. At least 32GB RAM and LTE. Are there any out there that are not designed for gamers, eg. thin and solid like the ThinkPad's?

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helloworldme6y ago

The thinkpads are good. Dell has a good lineup of laptops that support ubuntu right from the factory. XPS line would be my bet and if you want more business leaning laptops the Latitude series.

croo6y ago

I would _not_ recommend Thinkpad CX1(gen6). It works but has a number of problems despite being Ubuntu Certified. Like trackpad and trackpoint not working / funny, fingerprint scanner, overheating, or closing the laptop lid. An older Thinkpad may be a better choice.

nwrk6y ago

As asked for thinkpad;s alternative: HP ZBook https://store.hp.com/us/en/mlp/laptops/workstation-352501--1

non-entity6y ago

I looked at these, expecting the "alternative operating systems" to be maybe Ubuntu, but shocked ticsee a FreeDOS offering

sigjuice6y ago

The FreeDOS option is basically the option to not pay for Windows ($229 for Windows 10 Professional, $197 for Windows 10 Home).

ussrlongbow6y ago

Purism laptops might also fit the described need https://puri.sm/products/librem-13/

lukaszkups6y ago

Entroware (UK) company builds linux-supported laptops / PCs.

alg0rith6y ago

Any System 76 laptop

dexcsOP6y ago

Thanks, I didn't know them.

dexcsOP6y ago

BTW: The first online store for notebooks i see that isn't filled with tons of javascript and overlays and all the stuff. That alone is a reason to buy one from them.

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10 comments

helloworldme6y ago

The thinkpads are good. Dell has a good lineup of laptops that support ubuntu right from the factory. XPS line would be my bet and if you want more business leaning laptops the Latitude series.

croo6y ago

nwrk6y ago

As asked for thinkpad;s alternative: HP ZBook https://store.hp.com/us/en/mlp/laptops/workstation-352501--1

non-entity6y ago

I looked at these, expecting the "alternative operating systems" to be maybe Ubuntu, but shocked ticsee a FreeDOS offering

sigjuice6y ago

The FreeDOS option is basically the option to not pay for Windows ($229 for Windows 10 Professional, $197 for Windows 10 Home).

ussrlongbow6y ago

Purism laptops might also fit the described need https://puri.sm/products/librem-13/

lukaszkups6y ago

Entroware (UK) company builds linux-supported laptops / PCs.

alg0rith6y ago

Any System 76 laptop

dexcsOP6y ago

Thanks, I didn't know them.

dexcsOP6y ago

BTW: The first online store for notebooks i see that isn't filled with tons of javascript and overlays and all the stuff. That alone is a reason to buy one from them.

j / k navigate · click thread line to collapse