Hey all.

I’ve booted Linux Mint Debian Edition and Arch on to a couple old machines including my old laptops. The performance is still rather brutal because these machines are so old and their battery lives are rough. They are also bulky and uncomfortable to carry around.

So, I’ve been thinking about getting a more modern laptop and putting Linux on it but I’ve been out of the laptop market for so long now I have no idea what’s good and what’s not anymore. Any recommendations?

I think I’ve heard decent things about Chromebooks but how’s the hardware of those? Are they relatively locked down and don’t play nice with Linux? I’m just looking for a machine for daily use (browser, light coding, remote connecting to my desktop for heavier stuff)

Thanks in advance

EDIT: Thank you to everyone for responding, I did not expect so much discussion! I’ve certainly changed my mind on Chromebooks and will look into the options recommended below in the coming months. Thanks!

  • lumony@lemmings.worldEnglish
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    1 day ago

    No, you’re the one definitely fanboying. You’re upset that someone is recommending a product from a company you’re not loyal to, so you will never stop responding until you have the last word.

    If you can find a comparable laptop to what I linked for a similar or cheaper price, great. Link it. Otherwise you’re just fanboying while pretending you’re not.

    If your next reply isn’t a link to a comparable laptop or an apology, I’m just going to ignore you.

    Arguing with you people gets tiresome and it’s up to rational adults to see you for what you are.